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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

2 Peter

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of 2 Peter. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.

Everything We Need for Godliness

Everything We Need for Godliness – 2 Peter 1:3

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We are called to live godly lives. But we are not left to do it on our own. God gives us everything we need for godliness.

Effective and productive in Christ

How to be Effective and Productive in Christ – 2 Peter 1:5-9

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Being effective and productive in the work of the kingdom requires that we be growing in the virtues of our faith. Never be satisfied.

Make Every Effort to Confirm Your Calling

Make Every Effort to Confirm Your Calling – 2 Peter 1:10-11

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Don't be content with a passive salvation. Instead, make every effort to confirm your calling and receive a rich welcome into the kingdom.

we need constant remembrance of the truth

Constant Remembrance of the Truth – 2 Peter 1:12-13

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Never be satisfied that you have spent enough time reading or studying the Bible. We all need constant remembrance of its truths for our lives

The Inspiration of the Scriptures

The Inspiration of the Scriptures – 2 Peter 1:20-21

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The Bible had many human authors, but only a single divine author. Those who wrote the Scriptures did so under the inspiration of God.

beware of false teachers

Beware of False Teachers – 2 Peter 2:1

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Don't let false teachers lead you astray from the truth. Know the Scriptures, keep your focus on Christ, and trust in the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Not Wanting Anyone to Perish

Not Wanting Anyone to Perish – 2 Peter 3:8-9

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Why is the Lord taking so long to return? Peter says that, at least in part, it is because God does not want anyone to perish.

a new creation

Looking Forward to a New Creation – 2 Peter 3:11-13

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As believers in Christ, we should be looking forward to the return of our Lord and the new creation, living holy and godly lives as we do.

Live Holy and Godly Lives

Live Holy and Godly Lives – 2 Peter 3:11-12

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Jesus is returning for his chosen ones someday. And, as we wait for that day, we should live holy and godly lives, looking forward to it.

grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ

Grow in the Grace and Knowledge of Jesus – 2 Peter 3:18

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Peter here tells us how to be secure and effective in our faith. By growing in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.