Books of the Bible
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2 Peter 3:11-18 - Jesus is Coming Again, Soon
Peter finishes his letter by reminding believers of the soon coming of Jesus. Jesus will bring the Day of the Lord, and with the promise of his coming there will be a New Heavens and a New Earth. Since this is true, we ought to live out our lives in holiness and godliness.
2 Peter 3:1-10 - The Truth About God’s Truth
Peter reminds the beloved children of God to be ready for the second coming of Jesus Christ. He reminds us that in the last days there will be scoffers that willfully forget what God has promised to those who believe.
2 Peter 2 - The Truth About False Teachers
False teachers will seek to undermine the sufficiency of Christ or the sufficiency of Scripture, by trying to get us to buy into either legalism or licentiousness. We can protect ourselves from them by walking in grace & looking to the cross.
2 Peter 1:12-21 - Gospel Reminder
Near the end of his life, Peter reminds the church of the gospel. Peter was an eyewitness of the majesty of Jesus, and we can know him through the Holy Spirit inspired Word of God.
2 Peter 1:5-11 - Supplement Your Faith
Since we have obtained a faith in Jesus Christ we are encouraged to supplement our faith with qualities of godly living. By doing this, we will be fruitful and effective in our knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Summer in the Spirit - The Filling and Baptism of the Holy Spirit
The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit
2 Peter 1:1-4 - Granted All Things
Peter introduces the letter and then gives a huge Gospel truth right out of the gate. We have been granted the Word of God and the Spirit of God to live the best kind of life in Jesus Christ, our God and Savior.
Summer in the Spirit - The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit
The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit
1 Peter 5:8-14 - Aware of Your Adversary
Peter closes his letter by exhorting the Elect Exiles to be sober minded and watchful because of our adversary, the devil. Knowing who the devil is and how he is seeking to devour will help us to resist him by standing firm in our faith.
1 Peter 5:5-7 - The Grace of Humility
Peter exhorts the elders of the church to shepherd the flock of God. Jesus, the Chief Shepherd is our example of humble service.
1 Peter 5:1-5 - Shepherd the Flock
Peter exhorts the elders of the church to shepherd the flock of God. Jesus, the Chief Shepherd is our example of humble service.
1 Peter 4:12-19 - Suffering as a Christian
Peter instructs Christians on how to suffer well. Christians can expect to suffer in this world. Fiery trials come upon us to test our faith, but there is a greater glory coming for those who obey the gospel.
1 Peter 4:7-11 - Last Day Living
In these last days we are called to live holy lives in hope and expectation of the end of all things. Peter exhorts the Elect Exiles to put on Christ-like qualities since the Kingdom is at hand.
1 Peter 4:1-6 - Heaven’s Mindset
Peter reminds us about how Jesus suffered, and he calls us to have the same mindset as Jesus. A Christ like mindset will be done with sin and will long for heaven.
1 Peter 3:18-22 - Saved Through Suffering
Peter reminds those who suffer that Jesus also suffered. It was the suffering of Jesus that accomplished our salvation. He died once for sin and he rose again and is now reigning from heaven.
1 Peter 3:13-17 - Honoring Christ the Lord as Holy
The life of God is found in keeping our eyes squarely focused on Christ and seeing Him as He is (holy, holy, holy).
1 Peter 3:8-12 - The Fruit of a Submitted Life
These verses tell us that what should come out of all of us as submissive people are unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, tender-heartedness, humility of mind, and blessings on others, even when they persecute us.
1 Peter 3:1-7 - Marriage Relationships
Peter continues a section about how to live as elect exiles in our relationships. In this part we learn about honor and submission in our marriage relationships.