Αποτελέσματα Αναζήτησης
17 Ιουν 1998 · Read Introduction to 2 Peter. “For if God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment.”. Chapter two is in the minor key. It tells the dark tale of apostasy.
The second chapter of 2 Peter stands as a cautionary tale against the dangers of false prophets and teachers. Written by the apostle Peter, this chapter underscores the implications of being led astray by misleading doctrines and highlights the dire consequences that await the unrighteous.
8 Αυγ 2024 · What does Peter mean when he tells us to make our calling and election sure in 2 Peter 1:10? What does 2 Peter 1:20 mean about interpreting Scripture? What does it mean to grow in grace?
Peter was a central leader in the early church (Matt 16:18), despite denying Jesus three times (Mark 14:66–72). After Jesus restored him (John 21:15–19), Peter would go on to preach at Pentecost (Acts 2), escape from prison (Acts 12:1–17), and carry the gospel throughout the Roman Empire.
Though mankind is beneath the angels in dignity (Hebrews 2:6-7a, 2 Peter 2:11), it is the job of angels to serve mankind (Hebrews 1:14, 2:7-8, Psalm 91:11-12). Satan and his angels resented a plan that would command them to serve lesser beings.
Our 2 Peter Bible study guide contains 6 free online lessons. You can use these for your own study or for a small group. Each lesson contains discussion questions, application points, and commentary. The book of 2 Peter is Peter’s second letter to the churches.
Yet the purpose of the two letters is quite different. 1 Peter was written to encourage Christians under the threat of violent persecution; 2 Peter was written to warn those same believers of the danger of false teachers and harmful influences.
