The original heavens and earth came to an end due to gods judgment on the rebellious angels. It is very obvious from human experience that very few among all mankind have ever heard the gospel or come to the knowledge of the truth verse 6 also says that christ is a ransom for all. He proceeds to mention one thing that induced him to write this second epistle, namely, the coming of scoffers, whom he describes, 2 peter 3. This is not to say that 2 peter is the chief source for the theology of the eternal value of present work, but only that 2 peter is consistent with such a theology. John calvin pointed out calvins commentaries baker, on 2 pet.
The author identifies himself as simon peter, a bondservant and apostle of jesus christ and the epistle is traditionally attributed to peter the apostle, but there are charges that it is a work of peters followers between 6090 ce. Holy means to be separate from evil things and to belong to god. The design here is to remind of christs final coming to judgement. Pastor john macarthur the abcs of christian living. I have written both of them as reminders to stimulate you to wholesome thinking. However, to those who refuse his mercy and trample the sacrifice of his son jesus christ as if it were vile hebrews 10. He says in verses 1 and 2 that he wants the believers to have a sincere and lively memory cf. Peter is writing to encourage christians to live godly lives 1. Now in chapter 3, verses 19, peter confronts the denial of the second coming head on.
Peter s purpose is urging christians not to waver in their beliefs, but to continue to live out what they know to be true. Knowing this first that your faith in the prophetic word may not be shaken, but that you may be armed and prepared for the trial. The apostle drawing towards the conclusion of his second epistle, begins this last chapter with repeating the account of his design and scope in writing a second time to them, 2 peter 3. When mockers scoff at the prospect of christs coming, it is because they willfully ignore that god created the universe and judged the wicked in the flood by his word 3. Kenneth gangel offers a summary of the reasons peter wrote his second letter. In both of them g i am stirring up your sincere mind by way of reminder, 2. In both of them g i am stirring up your sincere mind by way of reminder, 2 h that you should remember the predictions of i the holy prophets and the commandment of the lord and savior through your apostles, 3 knowing this first of all, that scoffers will come j in the last days. Peters proof for this is that it will not be the first time the world will have been destroyed 3. But god will punish people who do not obey him chapter 2. Rather, peters statement reflects gods heart of love for the world john 3. Apostasy brought in by false teachers, chapter 2 church should beware of false teachers and not false prophets.
Summary page for preaching outline and commentary on the book of 2 peter including big idea. The persons to whom peter s epistles were sent were, for the most part, pauls converts. Matthew martin teaching the final chapter of 2 peter, as part of the versebyverse study of the letter. Study guide for 2 peter 3 by david guzik blue letter bible. The purified minds of christians are to be stirred up, that they may be active and lively in the work of holiness. Read 2 peter 3 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible concise. Peters purpose is urging christians not to waver in their beliefs, but to continue to live out what they know to be true.
One specific claim being made by false teachers is that that christ would never return. As i live, says the lord god, i have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live. Open your bible, if you will, to 2 peter chapter 3. Notes regarding peter peter was also called simon matthew 10. Well send you a new verse every day to download or share. In both of them g i am stirring up your sincere mind by way of reminder, 2 h that you should remember the predictions of i the holy prophets and the commandment of the lord and savior through your apostles, 3 knowing this first of all, that scoffers will come j in the last days with. The author of 2 peter is the apostle peter see introduction to 1 peter.
This is not to say that 2 peter is the chief source for the theology of the eternal value of present work, but only that 2. But this is not certain because 1 it has not been established that the recipients of the two letters are the same. This final impassioned plea to grow in christian maturity 2pe 1. Aug 07, 20 matthew martin teaching the final chapter of 2 peter, as part of the versebyverse study of the letter. He was called barjonah because his father was named jonah. The main emphasis of 2 peter is found in chapters 2 and 3, where the author. Peter clearly believed that the words of scripture were important. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 2 peter, jude the niv application commentary book 18. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Since he desires to save all men, they must all be given an opportunity for it. Overview of 2 peter including detailed outline and chaptersection.
How those should live who expect these things, 11,12. For the christians, peter taught that the second coming is the incentive for holy living 2 peter 3. Precept ministries international download lesson 1 of this 8 part inductive study of 2 peter. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 peter 3 and more. Its not the kind of chapter that you can go through rapidly, unless you want.
David guzik commentary on 2 peter 3, where peter emphasizes the certainty of the last days and gods promise, and how to live in light of it. To distinguish it from peters first epistle, it was given the greek title petrou b, or 2 peter. Commentaries for 2 peter chapter 3 all are cautioned against the love of this world, and against errors. A thousand years with the lord are but as a day, 9. Rather, peter s statement reflects gods heart of love for the world john 3. One specific claim being made by false teachers is. They are encouraged to stand fast in faith and holiness. Were about to embark in this chapter on a really great adventure. In his denunciation of them, he described their conduct, their condemnation, and their characteristics 2 peter chapter 2, and also that they ridiculed the lords second coming 2 peter 3. So peters opening comments in chapter 3 show us that when mockers attack the faith, gods word is our sure foundation. The apostle shows his design in writing this and the preceding epistle, 1,2. Learn 2 peter chapter 3 with free interactive flashcards. Click below for more than 100 devotionals, quotes, illustrations archived by chapter.
This is, so far, an argument in favour of identity of authorship. The author identifies himself as simon peter, a bondservant and apostle of jesus christ and the epistle is traditionally attributed to peter the apostle, but there are charges that it is a work of peter s followers between 6090 ce. Describes the nature of the heresies which should take place in the last times, 38. Attitude toward return of the lord is a test of apostates, chapter 3. The coherence of the epistle as a whole comes out strongly in this last chapter.
Its written more like a sermon series than a bible reference book. In this verse the apostle commends the warnings of the old testament and the new testament, as to the coming of christ, to. Dishonest merchants in peters day sold deceitful milk which had water added to increase profits. For ever since the fathers fell asleep, all continues just as it was from the beginning of creation 2 pet. In this chapter the apostle makes mention of the end and design of his writing this second epistle. Summary page for preaching outline and commentary on the book of 2 peter including big idea statement. So, peter encouraged the christians to be holy see also 1 peter 1. But there were also false prophets among the people, even as there will be false teachers among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, even denying the lord who bought them, and bring on themselves swift destruction. He will come and judge the world as he has promised, and the heavens and the earth shall be burnt up, 10. Listen to pastor robert furrow as he continues his commentary on the book of 2 peter picking up today in chapter 3, verse 9. Choose from 500 different sets of 2 peter chapter 3 flashcards on quizlet.
Watch our overview video on 2 peter, which breaks down the literary. Even though this comes on the heels of explaining gods longsuffering, nevertheless, the end will still come, and it will catch the world by surprise. In chapter 3, its the true knowledge of god and coming judgment the impact of that judgment on false. They are being kept for the day of judgment, when ungodly people will be. When jesus returns he will reward christians 2 peter 1. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. Bible commentary on 2 peter relevant bible teaching. While you can go to a certain chapter and verse reference and read the entry for more information, the book was designed to be read from start to finish. Second peter 3 focuses on dismantling the arguments of the false teachers.