The Pirates and the Devil

As I watch the story of the 4 pirates capturing a huge supply boat and taking the captain hostage, I had to wonder how this could be. They were better prepared. It reminded me of I Peter 5:8 " Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:"
The pirates were armed, and hunting for opportunity to complete their goal. The supply ship was floating along, unarmed, and obviously not ready to fight. God tells us to be serious minded, and alert to danger (sober and vigilant). The devil is subtle, wise, and very resourceful. We must be well read in God's Word, prayed up, and guarding ourselves with faith. As the devil will tempt, intice, and use peer pressure to accomplish his goals: tarnishing our testimony, and life.
Let this example of a small group of men controlling three (3) navy battle ships, confusing a government into indecisiveness, and ultimately getting their way, be a lesson for us to be sober and vigilant in our faith and walk. Don't let satan hold you hostage!