2 Peter, 3

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This chapter addresses the subject of the second coming of Christ and the end of the world. The author emphasizes the need to be prepared for that day and to live a godly life. The author also addresses the common objections of mockers and the apparent delay of Christ's return.

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The Coming Day of the Lord

1 This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:

2 That ye may be mindful of the words which were spoken before by the holy prophets, and of the commandment of us the apostles of the Lord and Saviour:

3 Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts,

4 And saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation.

5 For this they willingly are ignorant of, that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water and in the water:

6 Whereby the world that then was, being overflowed with water, perished:

7 But the heavens and the earth, which are now, by the same word are kept in store, reserved unto fire against the day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men.

8 But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.

9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

10 But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.

11 Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness,

12 Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat?

13 Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

14 Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.

15 And account that the longsuffering of our Lord is salvation; even as our beloved brother Paul also according to the wisdom given unto him hath written unto you;

16 As also in all his epistles, speaking in them of these things; in which are some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable wrest, as they do also the other scriptures, unto their own destruction.

17 Ye therefore, beloved, seeing ye know these things before, beware lest ye also, being led away with the error of the wicked, fall from your own stedfastness.

18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.

Commentary

In 2 Peter 3, the Apostle Peter continues to warn his readers of the dangers of false teachers and their teachings. He begins by reminding them of the promise of the Lord’s return, and that they should be patient and wait for it. He then goes on to warn them of the scoffers who will come and mock the promise of the Lord’s return. He encourages them to remain steadfast in their faith and not be swayed by the false teachings of these scoffers. Peter then goes on to explain the importance of living a holy life, and how it is necessary for them to be prepared for the Lord’s return. He reminds them that the Lord is patient and slow to anger, but that He will eventually come and judge the world. He encourages them to be diligent in their faith and to live a life of holiness. Finally, Peter encourages his readers to remember the words of the prophets and to be mindful of the Lord’s promises. He reminds them that the Lord will come and judge the world, and that they should be prepared for it. He also encourages them to be patient and to wait for the Lord’s return. In 2 Peter 3, Peter reminds his readers of the importance of living a holy life and being prepared for the Lord’s return. He encourages them to remain steadfast in their faith and to remember the words of the prophets. He also warns them of the dangers of false teachers and their teachings. By doing so, he encourages them to be patient and to wait for the Lord’s return.