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"WITH ANTICIPATION" 2 PETER 3:3-13, 17-18 |
WITH ANTICIPATION2 Peter 3:3-133 First, be aware of this: Scoffers will come in the last days to scoff, living according to their own desires, 4 saying, “Where is the promise of His coming? Ever since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they have been since the beginning of creation.” 5 They willfully ignore this: Long ago the heavens and the earth were brought about from water and through water by the word of God. 6 Through these waters the world of that time perished when it was flooded. 7 But by the same word, the present heavens and earth are stored up for fire, being kept until the day of judgment and destruction of ungodly men.8 Dear friends, don’t let this one thing escape you: With the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years like one day. 9 The Lord does not delay His promise, as some understand delay, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish but all to come to repentance. 10 But the Day of the Lord will come like a thief; on that day the heavens will pass away with a loud noise, the elements will burn and be dissolved, and the earth and the works on it will be disclosed. 11 Since all these things are to be destroyed in this way, it is clear what sort of people you should be in holy conduct and godliness 12 as you wait for and earnestly desire the coming of the day of God. The heavens will be on fire and be dissolved because of it, and the elements will melt with the heat. 13 But based on His promise, we wait for the new heavens and a new earth, where righteousness will dwell. 2 Peter 3:17-1817 Therefore, dear friends, since you know this in advance, be on your guard, so that you are not led away by the error of lawless people and fall from your own stability. 18 But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.WITH ANTICIPATION | 2 PETER 3:3-13, 17-18 Explore the Bible, pp. 131-140 McLaughlin Bible Class November 27, 2016 A believer's hope is in the return of Jesus 1. With what sort of people do you find it hard to be patient? 2. What did Peter say would occur in the last days? (3:3) 3. What will the "scoffers" say in the last days? (3:4) 4. What did Peter tell his readers not to forget? (3:8) 5. Why is the Lord patient? (3:9) Have you personally benefited from God's patience? 6. What discourages you from engaging in wholesome thinking? 7. How can we grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ? APPLICATION – Let’s Consider 1. What specific step will you take this week to grow in Christ? 2. How can you change your routine to reflect your hope for Christ's return? 3. Avoid teachers who deny the literal second coming of Jesus Christ. 4. Be a student of both Old and New Testaments. 5. Since the Lord's 'delay' provides opportunity to further extend the gospel message, look for occasions to share the good news of salvation. FOUNDATIONAL PRINCIPLES 1. The second coming of Jesus Christ is taught clearly and literally in the Bible. 2. The Old Testament scriptures are an accurate word from God. 3. All Christ's followers are to exhibit love to others. 4. The universe was created by God and will be judged by Him. 5. God desires that everyone be saved. Memory Verse The Lord does not delay His promise, as some understand delay, but is patient with you, not wanting any to perish but all to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 Ron Boyd, Bible Teacher |