"May grace (spiritual blessing) and peace be given to you in increasing abundance [that spiritual peace realized in and through Christ, freedom from fears, agitating passions, and moral conflicts]." 1 Peter 1:2 (AMP)
It's interesting that Peter is the one writing this passage because grace and peace were the things furthest from Peter's mind in the early stages of his discipleship. He was well known for his tantrums and antics. He was hot headed and quick to make a wrong decision when things got tough. His lowest point was denying Christ 3 times so that He wouldn't be affiliated with a man destined to die.
Then something happened. Jesus spoke life into his life (John 21) and suddenly all the lessons Jesus taught in him in 3 years began to take root. When Peter was presented with his opportunity at the day of Pentecost 3,000 were added to the church (Acts 2). What a dramatic turn of events for a man who's life was destined to catch fish.
This passage for Peter is a reflection. He's taking a look back at his life, and realizes that the only things in life what are worth having in great measure is grace and peace. Having grace lets you realize that you cannot fulfill things on your own power, and peace is understanding that even though you can't do things on your own you're still going to be ok. Isn't it ironic that the two things Peter had trouble with reconciling in his life became the cornerstones of his walk with Christ. Just like Peter may grace and peace be multiplied unto you so that you can live a full and complete life in Christ. Amen!
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