"Concerning this salvation, the prophets who prophesied about the grace that was to be yours searched and inquired carefully, inquiring what person or time the Spirit of Christ in them was indicating when he predicted the sufferings of Christ and the subsequent glories. It was revealed to them that they were serving not themselves but you, in the things that have now been announced to you through those who preached the good news to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven, things into which angels long to look."
After discussing the joy that comes from salvation, Peter focuses on the fact that this salvation has been and continues to be the source of interest and awe for many. Before Christ came and sacrificed himself for our sin, the prophets wanted to understand our salvation. They were told that the Messiah would suffer and then be given great glory. This was perplexing to them, and they wanted to understand. They carefully considered what had been revealed about the matter. They came to realize that the salvation was for us. (This interpretation could prose a problem as the salvation was for them too, but we are the more direct beneficiaries of it). We have had these great truths announced to us, written for us to understand as much as we are able. The angels also long to give their attention to these matters.
What about me? Christ's work for my salvation is a worthy subject to consider. It is mine to live and experience. How much attention do I give to the matter which angels "long to look" at? It is worthy of my attention and wonder.
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