2 Peter contains an apostle's last words to the church. In it, he asks: how, then, should we live? What kind of people should we be? |
His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. Continue Reading › |
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In this video, New Testament scholar Karen H. Jobes introduces you to the significance of 2 Peter: |
P.S. Looking to go deeper? Sign up for Karen H. Jobes' seminary-level online course, Letters to the Church. This course introduces you to the books of Hebrews, James, Jude, 1 & 2 Peter, and 1, 2, & 3 John. Learn more › |
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