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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Peter exhorts the elders of the church to shepherd the flock of God. Jesus, the Chief Shepherd is our example of humble service.

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.

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.

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.

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.