Bible Verses about '2 peter'

For no prophecy ever came by the will of man, but holy… 2 Peter 1:21

For no prophecy ever came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke, being moved by the Holy Spirit. 2 Peter 1:21	Above all, you must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet’s own understanding, or from human initiative. No, those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God. prophecy Spirit speaking
But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and forever. Amen. 2 Peter 3:18	Rather, you must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. All glory to him, both now and forever! Amen. grace worship understanding

But don’t forget this one thing, beloved, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. 2 Peter 3:8	But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. God second coming patience
Then the Lord knows how to deliver the godly out of temptation and to keep the unrighteous under punishment for the day of judgment. 2 Peter 2:9	So you see, the Lord knows how to rescue godly people from their trials, even while keeping the wicked under punishment until the day of final judgment. temptation judgment punishment
Seeing that his divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and virtue. 2 Peter 1:3	By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. strength life receiving
The Lord is not slow concerning his promise, as some count slowness; but he is patient with us, not wishing that anyone should perish, but that all should come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9	The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent. salvation patience conversion
Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7	Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. fear worrying weakness
As newborn babies, long for the pure spiritual milk, that with it you may grow. 1 Peter 2:2	Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment. salvation food Word of God
Now who will harm you if you become imitators of that which is good? 1 Peter 3:13	Now, who will want to harm you if you are eager to do good? goodness evil work
By which he has granted to us his precious and exceedingly great promises; that through these you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world by lust. 2 Peter 1:4	And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires. reward desires world
Live as free people, yet not using your freedom for a cloak of wickedness, but as bondservants of God. 1 Peter 2:16	For you are free, yet you are God’s slaves, so don’t use your freedom as an excuse to do evil. life freedom evil
Therefore, brothers, be more diligent to make your calling and election sure. For if you do these things, you will never stumble. For thus you will be richly supplied with the entrance into the eternal Kingdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 1:10-11	So, dear brothers and sisters, work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Do these things, and you will never fall away. Then God will give you a grand entrance into the eternal Kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. calling obedience kingdom
Peter therefore was kept in the prison, but constant prayer was made by the assembly to God for him. Acts 12:5	But while Peter was in prison, the church prayed very earnestly for him. prayer neighbor dependence
For you were called to this, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps. 1 Peter 2:21	For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps. suffering following calling
And above all things be earnest in your love among yourselves, for love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8	Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. sin love neighbor
But the end of all things is near. Therefore be of sound mind, self-controlled, and sober in prayer. 1 Peter 4:7	The end of the world is coming soon. Therefore, be earnest and disciplined in your prayers. second coming end times rest
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. 1 Peter 5:6	So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. humility reward
Yes, and for this very cause adding on your part all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence; and in moral excellence, knowledge; and in knowledge, self-control; and in self-control, perseverance; and in perseverance, godliness; and in godliness, brotherly affection; and in brotherly affection, love. 2 Peter 1:5-7	In view of all this, make every effort to respond to God’s promises. Supplement your faith with a generous provision of moral excellence, and moral excellence with knowledge, and knowledge with self-control, and self-control with patient endurance, and patient endurance with godliness, and godliness with brotherly affection, and brotherly affection with love for everyone. faith goodness self-control
He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we, having died to sins, might live to righteousness. You were healed by his wounds. 1 Peter 2:24	He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds you are healed. sin righteousness healing
Finally, all of you be like-minded, compassionate, loving as brothers, tenderhearted, courteous. 1 Peter 3:8	Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. humility community neighbor
But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you are blessed. “Don’t fear what they fear, neither be troubled.” 1 Peter 3:14	But even if you suffer for doing what is right, God will reward you for it. So don’t worry or be afraid of their threats. righteousness suffering fear
Be sober and self-controlled. Be watchful. Your adversary, the devil, walks around like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 1 Peter 5:8	Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. desires persecution overcoming
He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Matthew 16:15-16	Then he asked them, “But who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Messiah Jesus
Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts 2:38	Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” forgiveness Spirit baptism
Having been born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, through the word of God, which lives and remains forever. 1 Peter 1:23	For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God. rebirth Word of God