A Letter from Death Row

Now the execution has taken place.  Peter and many other great and godly leaders are gone, and the Church is scattered. Somehow this letter was smuggled out of prison before Peter was taken to his cross to die.  In secret, copies were made and circulated.  You are a frightened believer in hiding and wondering about all that has happened and why.  You have just been given a copy of the great Simon Peter’s last will and testimony.  This little scroll is the only thing standing between you and utter despair.  You will treasure every line, every word.  You will pray for understanding because you know the Holy Spirit has spoken through this apostle of Christ.  You find a secret place and begin to read, even as unbidden tears pour down your face, almost blinding you.