New Testament · General Letters
2 Peter
Written by Peter, near the end of his life. Written for Churches hearing sneering teachers.
Big picture in three sentences
Second Peter reminds believers of the truth they already received.
Peter was an eyewitness of Jesus' glory, not a follower of clever myths.
He says the Lord's patience means room for people to repent.
Peter says a day with the Lord is like a thousand years.
Key verse · 2 Peter 3:9
“The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but is patient with us, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”
Stories families know from this book
- Eyewitnesses, not myths
- The Lord is patient
- Grow in grace