2 Peter About this letter
About this letter
The writer of this letter wants the readers to know that Christians must live in a way that pleases God (1.3) and hold firmly to the truth they were given (1.12).
He warns them that false prophets and teachers had entered the Christian community and were trying to lead the Lord's followers away from the truth. But they will be punished for their evil deeds (2.1-22). When false teachers are at work, Christians must stick to their faith and be examples for others of right living. They must have understanding, self-control and patience, and they should show love for God and all people.
The readers must never forget that the Lord's return is certain, no matter what others may say (3.1-18):
Don't forget that for the Lord one day is the same as a thousand years, and a thousand years is the same as one day. The Lord isn't slow about keeping his promises, as some people think he is. In fact, God is patient, because he wants everyone to turn from sin and no one to be lost.
(3.8,9)
A quick look at this letter
1. Greetings and prayer (1.1,2)
2. How the Lord's followers should live (1.3-15)
3. The glory of Christ (1.16-21)
4. False prophets and teachers (2.1-22)
5. The Lord's return is certain (3.1-18)
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© British and Foreign Bible Society 2012
2 Peter INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
The Second Letter from Peter is addressed to a wide circle of early Christians. Its main concern is to combat the work of false teachers and the immorality which results from such teaching. The answer to these problems is found in holding to the true knowledge of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, knowledge which has been conveyed by persons who themselves have seen Jesus and have heard him teach. The writer is especially concerned with the teaching of those who claim that Christ will not return again. He says that the apparent delay in Christ's return is due to the fact that God “does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants all to turn away from their sins”. (3.9)
Outline of Contents
Introduction 1.1–2
The Christian calling 1.3–21
False teachers 2.1–22
The final coming of Christ 3.1–18
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Good News Bible. Scripture taken from the Good News Bible (r) (Today's English Version Second Edition, UK/British Edition). Copyright © 1992 British & Foreign Bible Society. Used by permission.