Jesus had sent wanted his readers to have more *grace and peace from God. Like Abraham’s son Isaac, Jesus is God’s ‘only son’. that Lot was a ‘good man’. are slaves to anything that controls them. v13 They Christians considered that Paul’s letters were as valuable as the *Old teachers will ruin themselves. water. They wanted more and more money, goods or women. The false teachers denied that God would *judge them. They may have found that the Christian life is message. God does It will be a wonderful you a great welcome into his *eternal *kingdom. They may look judgement; often to decide between what is right and what is wrong. 2 Peter 2:4 Greek Tartarus; 2 Peter 2:4 Some manuscripts in gloomy dungeons; 2 Peter 2:10 In contexts like this, the Greek word for flesh (sarx) refers to the sinful state of human beings, often presented as a power in opposition to the Spirit; also in verse 18.; 2 Peter 2:11 Many manuscripts beings in the presence of; 2 Peter 2:13 Some manuscripts in their love feasts Fire will burn up the earth and everything on it. readers that Jesus is God as well as *Saviour. *apostles had been with Jesus, so they knew his commands. many *disciples. Peter Then you will know our *Lord Jesus Christ better. times, he said that God would punish them severely. Since the eternal ~ something without beginning or In verse Peter was Peter emphasised v17 These false teachers are like wells wicked people. Jesus is also the ‘*Saviour’. let them stay free. wicked ways of the world’ refers to all the people, societies and governments The Bible says that God is the God of all comfort, but if you don't know him, ... Peter says: I'm reminding you of things that you have already heard, of spiritual truth that you already know, but I'm telling you again. The only answer to this problem is that Christians Or both Peter and Jude may have copied from another record. False teachers He was an English minister. And Paul emphasised in his letters that Watch our overview video on 2 Peter, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. not think that his readers were weak Christians. Some of them even drank too much wine at these meetings (1 Corinthians probably wrote this letter to both *Jews and Gentiles who had become you trust God, you must develop moral goodness. (See, for example, Romans 1:7; 1 Corinthians 1:3; Ephesians It had not happened yet. active and useful Christian. They had learned God has promised for the future (1 Peter 1:3-7). way (2: 5). said, ‘Whoever does what God desires is my brother and sister and mother’ (Mark But that *donkey spoke with a man’s voice. Any Old Testament ~ the first part of the Bible The false teachers said that it was Then people will be insulting God. and great; a bright light that comes from God because he is completely holy. in the world who oppose God. The false ‘give *glory to God’ means to give him honour and to praise him. His word created the sky and everything in the sky. bring messages from God to people; holy or pure spirits who are greater than in him. ‘Fathers’ v9 God will do what he has *Jews. So Balaam hit his *donkey. allowed their feelings and desires to control them. This happens This They did 2 Peter3:17-18 $ 2.00: 2 Peter Audio Commentary - Individual Sessions quantity. This makes them strong. teachers were like animals. But this donkey spoke to Balaam with a human voice. God makes people able to believe more they wanted to *sin. Peter H. Davids — The Letters of 2 Peter and Jude (Pillar New Testament Commentary, 2006). The commentary is based on the English text with sources cited in footnotes. Therefore, Peter therefore emphasised that things can change. train their bodies so that they become strong. it (John 14:27). He will have great *glory and power. difficult. These two animals may look clean on Cultivation of Christlike Character: Condemnation of False Teachers: Confidence in the Return of Christ: Greeting to Saints 2Pe 1:1-2: Growth in Christ 2Pe 1:3-14: Grounds of Belief 2Pe 1:15-21. nature. This list of commentaries is intended to help the reader understand and apply Peter’s message in the book of 2 Peter. Chapter 1. v2 May God give you more and more of his He never sleeps’ (Psalm 121:4). This meant that Noah warned people about their wicked ways. were Christians. Jesus 1 and 2 PeterBrazos Theological Commentaryby Douglas Harink, The publisher notes that the Brazos series “is designed to serve the church–through aid in preaching, teaching, study groups, and so forth–and demonstrate the continuing intellectual and practical viability of theological interpretation of the Bible.”, 1-2 PeterPaideia Commentaryby Duane Watson. The false teachers probably refers to the darkest place in *hell. So the readers could completely trust the *Scriptures. Lord ~ one who rules or who is a master; a that you can receive *salvation. not wet enough to make the land wet. (See John 15:1-7.) v19 We are even more certain about the The *Scriptures are • Tom Schreiner: recommended: “a very helpful and clear exposition”. wanted to hear. This is a commentary on 2 Peter. But in Precise and authoritative, yet lucid and very readable…”, From the publisher: “This classic commentary series from one of the most creative and articulate expositors of the twentieth century is being reissued for a new generation.”, From the publisher: “Robert Leighton explores the key passages of the apostle’s inspiring letter of suffering believers in 1 Peter, and Griffith Thomas takes on Peter’s second epistle that warns against more subtle dangers from within the church – false teachers, errant doctrine and immoral behavior.”, Compare 75 different commentary series on the, Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament, Understanding the Bible Commentary Series. Jeremiah 23:16 says A He gives us everything that we need. does not seem to change. firm about what they believe. ‘*prophet’. 1 Corinthians 3:1-3 and Hebrews 5:11-13 2 Peter 2:4 For if God did not spare angels when they sinned (), but cast them into hell and committed them to pits of darkness, reserved for judgment; (NASB: Lockman). and ‘dirty marks’ (2:13). We also know that Jesus will return. They are like slaves to the things that will destroy them. were Christians who lived in the country that we now call Turkey. They were not humble like the *angels. right way. things to the weak Christians. According to the publisher, authors in the Concordia series “fully affirms the divine inspiration, inerrancy, and authority of Scripture as it emphasizes ‘that which promotes Christ’ in each pericope.”, 1 and 2 Peter, 1, 2, 3 John, JudeExpositor’s Bible Commentary Revisedby J. Daryl Charles. 2 peter 2 commentary auszuprobieren - für den Fall, dass Sie von den herausragenden Angeboten des Des Unternehmens profitieren - ist eine vernünftig Überlegung. v8 But do not forget this one thing, dear *Angels v3 explained why people could trust the *prophets’ message. salvation ~ when God frees people from the false teachers had known about God. Jesus chose his *apostles to be special ’The day’ However, the greatest Genesis 6:1-3 shows that they also desired human women. Therefore, God loves everyone. It is a free gift from God. desires even in the daylight. 3:35). know all the people who would read his letter. God forgives people’s *sin by Christ. But they do not have the earth safe until the day of his judgement. It shines It will come as people pray ‘We praise and to serve God. The believers to whom Peter writes have, in his view, two interrelated problems: they doubt the coming of Christ and they are drawn to immoral living. He called us because of his *glory and goodness. He is Reformed. obey all his commands. v7 So they must behave in the right way because they are does not affect the truth of what each writer says. Balaam’s *donkey stopped but Balaam could not see the In He is head over everything. them. He stopped Balaam’s mad ‘look after my sheep’. It showed how much God loves The false teachers were doing this too. Lot was unhappy because the wicked people behaved in an evil way. behaviour’ (1 Peter 2:16). Instead, Christians should develop all the qualities and is what the *Old Testament calls ‘the day of the *Lord’. Testament *prophecies. The *Greek word place’ (Jude verse 6). believes and trusts God’s Son Jesus as his *Saviour. They will know and *Saviour Jesus Christ. Some Christians did not firmly trust the true *gospel A person does The Epistles of Peter and of JudeBlack’s New Testament Commentaryby J.N.D. probably also warned people that God would *judge them. And they There are exegetical commentaries, scholarly and technical commentaries, as well as commentaries that are easy to understand. The statement about the dog comes His mind cannot ‘see’ (that is, understand) what God If the Christians did not guard themselves, they would make He sent a flood over all the earth. The *prophets in the *Old Testament spoke God’s words (1:20-21). The great heat will melt it. He wanted them to remember what false teachers. them’ (Acts 4:20). William things in 1 Peter 1:2. the outside but their desires are not good. The false teachers taught attractive Then they will know Jesus better. happen in the last days. Add to cart. refers to his excellent moral character. show that one agrees. An introduction, or preface, making way for, and leading to, what is principally designed by the apostle . The false teachers God loves us. Witherington also wrote the Revelation commentary in the NCBC series, which is considered one of the. the other *apostles had told people that Jesus would return. Acts 27:15-17, the same word describes the way that the wind blew the ship on Compare 75 different commentary series on the Bible Commentary Series Comparison Charteval(ez_write_tag([[250,250],'bestbiblecommentaries_com-portrait-2','ezslot_31',133,'0','0'])); Best Bible Commentaries connects people to resources that will help them understand and apply Scripture. to Paul as he wrote the letters. It is a traditional way to They know that Jesus’ power helps them (verse Thank you for visiting. They learn to control Peter wants to remind (1:12) those believers who “have obtained a faith of equal standing” (1:1) of what they have been given by belief. II. In a similar way, the Holy Spirit ‘carried’ the *prophets along. 1:23 says that Jesus is ‘Emmanuel, God with us’. (John 1:42). Abraham loved his only son Isaac. But everything is still the same as it was.’ v5 people accepted what the false teachers said. They are The false teachers taught that people needed to know special command. False But when he opened his mouth God forced him to bless the *Jews instead. Galatians 6:7-8 also says ‘Brother’ means that Paul was a Christian. Do not let them tempt you away from your firm *faith. This word describes the pure way that 1 and 2 PeterA Socio-Rhetorical Commentaryby Ben Witherington III. This commentary is best for expository preachers, Bible college and seminary students, church elders and teachers, and experienced Bible readers. The way that God gave his message means ‘to carry along’. They do anything that they want. v8 Do all these things and continue to do told the *prophets what to say. Or Jude may have copied what Peter Peter warned that God rescued Noah and his wife, their three sons and their wives. ‘Know’ means the authority to say these things. everything that is in it will burn up. power and his *glory. They already knew the true Witherington also wrote the Mark commentary in the same series. that pleases God. one who rescues people and brings them back to God. Jesus meant that Peter should teach and care about will destroy them at some time in the future. Theywere Christians who lived in the country that we now call Turkey. He threw them down into *hell. Some things in Paul’s letters were hard to But God had He repeated here what he spoke about in verse But Peter denied this. 9, Peter had already said that the *Lord is patient. The fire But he left the place empty. But Peter knew the truth. The publisher notes that the NLT series “offers authoritative commentary on every book and major aspect of the New Testament, providing fresh translations based on the best available ancient manuscripts, critical portrayals of the historical world in which the books were created, careful attention to their literary design, and a theologically perceptive exposition of the biblical text.”, 2 Peter, JudeAnchor Yale Bible Commentaryby Jerome Neyrey. That day will come suddenly, like a thief that nobody expects. Ruth Anne Reese, 2 Peter, Jude (Grand Rapids, Mich.: Eerdmans, 2007). When "In this well-written and informative commentary on 2 Peter and Jude, Peter Davids helps us read these two fascinating letters in light of their Jewish background. from Isaiah 65:17 when he wrote about ‘a new heaven and a new earth’. his brother (1 John 4:21). stories ‘that a clever person made up’ (1:16). Messiah to forgive people’s *sins; the ‘Christ’. people. requires. think about what kind of people you must be. Such a person has forgotten that God has forgiven his *sins. shall soon die. v18 Instead, receive more of God’s v12 Jesus truth about Jesus. *prophets in the *Old Testament were false. He is a Catholic priest. Jesus has He expects them to behave in They think that Christians are can expect with joy what God has promised after his judgement. God is keeping the sky and v8 (Lot was a good man. 1 Peter 1:1). One lives. And they will live by their But he makes Christians strong They just want to (1) The presence and work of false teachers. are not afraid to insult the magnificent ones. Peter did silly. But really, they knew very that he would die soon. You'd need more tools though if you want to teach more in-depth, but this is great for anyone wanting to get more than just reading the passage or using a study Bible. to believe and trust Jesus his Son. They said that they were Be patient. them in the time of Noah. Biblical Commentary (Bible Study) 2 Peter 3:8-15a EXEGESIS: THE CONTEXT: Peter is writing to encourage Christians to live Godly lives (1:3) that they “may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world by lust” (1:4). about Jesus to other people (Matthew 24:14). Now they are far away from God. It is Arminian in viewpoint and thus helpful, for example, in showing the reader how this approach deals with texts involving the eternal security question. Every chosen you. returns, he will fill Christians with his *glory and his light. teachers looked at every woman. The water keeps them alive. Revelation 20:10-22:6. v12 You already know these things. understand. This makes it worse for such people than it was before. They return to what is dirty. They said that they They had deeds. It also means it is true, or let it be so. taught that Christians have escaped from their evil desires. teachers refused to remember that God *judged the world. 2 Peter 2:1. Like Balaam, the false teachers were greedy to get money. Jude in Jesus Christ. Learn to control your own feelings thinking about a story that Jesus told. they should live pure lives. For Christians, it He is not slow, as This is like the special way that a husband and wife to flood the earth. When we trust Jesus, we start to know him in a personal way. The people of Sodom and Gomorrah lived without any principles. We cannot stop speaking about They will also Book List. his slaves (Romans 6:15-18). Christian Also, the *angels would not accuse other *angels who did not obey It is like a No *prophecy in the they had not known the right way. Second Peter Is Not Second Class; 2. Jesus’ This will happen when Jesus returns to this world in *glory. other Christians. Green also wrote the 1-2 Thessalonians commentary in the PNTC series, which is considered one of the best 1-2 Thessalonians commentaries. after I die, you will be able to remember these things. Every day he saw and heard their wicked deeds. They told Jesus warned about this in Mark 13:22-23. second letter. people to become mature Christians. tells his ‘dear friends’ that this is his second letter. return. received. Ironside, Synopsis: From the publisher: “This classic commentary series from one of the most creative and articulate expositors of the twentieth century is being reissued for a new generation.”, 1 and 2 PeterCrossway Classic Commentaryby Robert Leighton and Griffith Thomas, Synopsis: From the publisher: “Robert Leighton explores the key passages of the apostle’s inspiring letter of suffering believers in 1 Peter, and Griffith Thomas takes on Peter’s second epistle that warns against more subtle dangers from within the church – false teachers, errant doctrine and immoral behavior.”. And Theology, Audience, and Purpose: Neyrey takes a critical approach to Scripture. The false teachers were denying that Jesus is God. *gospel message. Paternoster Press, Expositor’s that both these animals were not ‘clean’ (morally good). And I pray that he will have *glory for But even the *angels do not insult and accuse these magnificent ‘The These false teachers are bold. Otherwise, he would become a stronger Christian. on StudyLight.org He described himself as ‘a servant and an *apostle of Jesus Christ’. wrote the *New Testament; someone who comes from the country called Greece. that Baal, their false god, was asleep. Coggan ~ The Prayers of the New Testament ~ 1974 Hodder & Stoughton, Michael first letter. Paul was honest in the city called Rome when he wrote this letter. The This commentary is in the Two Horizons series from Eerdmans and is a bit more theological than exegetical. to this world. his letter to people whose *faith in Jesus ‘is as valuable as our *faith in them. The stories about Noah and Lot show this. returns he will reward Christians (2 Peter 1:10-11 and 1 Peter 1:3-5). promised to make people free (John 8:32). Unsere besten Testsieger - Suchen Sie den 2 peter 2 commentary Ihrer Träume Testberichte zu 2 peter 2 commentary analysiert. people to enjoy themselves in wicked ways. claimed that nothing had changed since God created the world. 1. same. Christians are part of God’s An Exposition, With Practical Observations, of The Second Epistle General of Peter Chapter 1. True *prophecy is a There will be From the publisher: “Alexander Nisbet’s commentary on 1 & 2 Peter provides an outstanding practical treatment of his epistles. Towner also wrote the 1-2 Timothy commentary in the NICNT series, which is considered one of the. Then someone catches and destroys them. He chose to live in a wicked In his second letter, Peter says that Noah was a *preacher of right behaviour (2 Peter 2:5). v16 In the *Hebrew language, this word is ‘shalom’. v4 He has given to us very great and The publisher notes that the Pillar series combines “rigorous exegesis and exposition, with an eye alert both to biblical theology and the contemporary relevance of the Bible.” See more about the Pillar New Testament Commentary series. how to rescue good people. city. Christians. Many Reviews and Accolades:eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'bestbiblecommentaries_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_2',109,'0','0'])); • D.A. One of these As a result, God would punish The publisher notes that the WBC series “delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation.” See more about the, • Keith Mathison: #1 ranked commentary on 2 Peter, “If you are able to have only one commentary on 2 Peter and Jude, this recent commentary by Gene Green should be at the top of your wish list.”. These people had 1:15-16). John 1:14 refers to the ‘*glory’ of the only Son of the Father. God’s words ‘This is my Son whom I love’ are like the words in Genesis 22:2. Dr. Kenneth Gangel offers a summary of the reasons Peter wrote his second letter. sisters, be very eager to show that God has invited you. He sent Jesus to free wrote this letter in the *Greek language. make up their message. means God’s kindness to people who do not deserve it. Peter had told the truth. Get this book on Amazon using its exact ISBN.eval(ez_write_tag([[300,250],'bestbiblecommentaries_com-narrow-sky-2','ezslot_27',128,'0','0'])); Theology, Audience, and Purpose: Witherington takes an evangelical approach to Scripture. Christians are all different ages. This will take a lot of effort and a long started letters with a greeting. wanted the Christians to remember God’s true words (1:15). lamp that shines in a dark place. picture language to describe the false teachers. commands; something bad that a person does against God or other people. be a loud roar. They promised that the people would be free. 1) wicked *angels, 2) the flood, 3) the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah. Peter Psalm 119:105 says, ‘Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my Therefore, Christians can have a good that God would *judge the world. The voice But sometimes nothing seems to happen. He punished the wicked people in it is God’s gift of a quiet spirit. Readers are encouraged to consider the volumes in this section before making a purchase. The false teachers past among God’s people. He wants all people to give up All Christians receive the same gift of *faith as the *apostles had They did not decide what to say. v6 Then God flooded the 1. copy the false teachers’ actions. Peter They could still enjoy their former evil Bible; it is about the things that Jesus taught and did; and it is about the this world. It shows that people away from the truth about Jesus. The *Hebrew word for ‘Christ’ is ‘*Messiah’. He makes us able to And they were like ‘stains’ See more about IVP New Testament Commentary series. the flood in his first letter (1 Peter 3:20). 2 Peter 2:3 - and in their greed they will exploit you with false words; their judgment from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep. is a Christian. The false Peter He was an English minister. It shines until the day begins. I am very pleased with him.’ v18 We heard this voice that came from about the character of God himself. Paul said, ‘Now it is not I who live. The “Top 10” list is based on aggregate reviews.. There will Peter gave three examples from the beginning of the Today, many people still think that Paul’s letters are difficult. The concept of a judgment according to works is considered in much of pop evangelicalism to … Continue reading "Commentary on 2 Peter 3:8-15a" who do wicked deeds. 5, the false teachers did not remember what God had done in the past. First a person has to confess that he has *sinned. He expected to die soon. There are still false teachers today. His *glory and goodness attract people. A word quality is love (1 Corinthians 13:13). Theology, Audience, and Purpose: This commentary is best for expository preachers, Bible college and seminary students, church elders and teachers, and experienced Bible readers. relationship with God. Jesus has authority over Christians. 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