2 Peter 3
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 3 of 3
Chapter Summary
1 He assures them of the certainty of Christ’s coming for judgment, 8 warning the godly, for the long patience of God, to hasten their repentance.
Key Greek Words
Cross-References
- Psalm 90:4
- Isaiah 65:17
- Isaiah 66:22
- Revelation 21:1
People & Context
The apostle writing this second epistle, stirring up his readers to remember the prophets and apostles.
The Lord and Savior whose promised coming is the chapter's hope; named in the closing doxology.
Peter's 'beloved brother,' whose wisdom-filled letters he commends though some twist them.
Mockers of the last days who deny Christ's coming, asking 'Where is the promise of His coming?'
Timeline
Peter writes his second letter to stir up the pure minds of believers, reminding them of the words of the holy prophets and the commandment of the Lord through the apostles.
2 Peter 3:1-2In the last days, scoffers walking after their own lusts will mock the promise of Christ's return, claiming that all things continue unchanged since the beginning of creation.
2 Peter 3:3-4The scoffers willfully forget that the heavens and earth were formed by God's Word through water, and the ancient world perished when it was flooded, demonstrating God's power to intervene.
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