November 9, 2010
1 Peter 1
Mike Schwiebert
The Star Wars movies have been huge commercial successes. Besides the groundbreaking special effects, the movies are great examples of the power of a story.
In Episode 1, Anakin Skywalker was enslaved on an obscure planet. Soon he was overtaken by his destiny. By the end of the series, he redeemed himself by saving his son and fulfilled the ancient prophecies, bringing peace to the galaxy. George Lucas, the writer of the series, exploited the redemption meta-narrative of legend and lore, and I believe that it is this power of “story” that has made the movies successful.
1 Peter 1 shines a light on the truth behind this “pagan yearning.” The myth has become fact. We who were once far from God have been born again of an imperishable seed. We have entered our destiny as God’s people. We are experiencing the fulfillment of prophecies. In the last days, God’s Spirit would live with His people. We are the living temple of God, the manifestation of His presence and power on earth. The inheritance that awaits us is awe-inspiring.
We are part of the greatest story of all. Live it with passion and boldness!
When asked about a historical figure (not from the Bible) that he would most like to meet, Grace Covenant’s Media Director identified C.S. Lewis, with whom he would discuss “Jesus and theology, life and love, creativity and writing.”
