An accomplishment of a life time, matched by only a. The goal of 2 peter is to restore confidence and order to. I only read the 1 peter section of the book but i presume the sections on 2 peter and jude are of similar quality. Two interpretations are possible 1 instrumental dative after he vexed his righteous soul by what he saw and heard. This passage builds on the implication of grace, that is, the gifts of god alluded to in the previous verses. In the book, peter challenges jesus followers to continue growing in their faith, love and service to god. Schreiner aims to have the text be clearly understood, and clearly applied, for peter s letter speaks as strongly to our times as it did to the times in which it was written. The petrine authorship of 2 peter has been challenged more than the authorship of any. A free bible version and commentary on peters second letter in easyenglish. Has numerous quotes from respected, conservative expositors and commentaries. Nobody remembers who named the book, but for me it was the beginning of three decades of intensive bible study as i.
Beyond their scholarly usefulness, calvins commentaries are quite pastoral. Study 2 peter 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The similarity of 2 peter to pauls last epistle of 2 timothy. Other new testament verses also identify peter as an apos tle and furthermore,by. But they would not obey god, so they died in the flood. Pratte for other free bible commentary study notes, please visit.
Free online bible commentaries on all books of the bible. False teachers are the dominant topic in chapter 2, and the first few verses of chapter 3, but the truths of the word of god dominate every chapter. Thus there is a kernel of truth in these legends, as there are. Peters firstcentury audience would have understood that immediately and not have been confused, but modern readers might easily be confused. Packer reports that a puritan preacher named laurence chaderton once apologized to his congregation for preaching for two hours. It was the common practice of early church commentaries on the bible to identify the aim of a given biblical book right from the start. In his book, a quest for godliness crossway books, subtitled the puritan vision of the christian life, j. This letter was very likely written from the same place as the first letter, when peter was a prisoner, perhaps of nero of rome. Charles bigg 18401908, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles of peter and jude. Peter is writing to encourage christians to live godly lives 1. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy. Both apostles anchor the church on the scriptures as the only defense against the coming storm. Peter warns of heresy among teachers as paul warns of heresy among the laity. Most of these are older commentaries like matthew henry, etc.
Because coming to that kingdom is so important, it is helpful and necessary for peter to remind you always of the basics of the christian life. In his second letter, peter says that noah was a preacher of right behaviour 2 peter 2. Green, in introducing second peter in the tyndale commentary, writes. Norman hillyer 1 and 2 peter, jude new international biblical commentary 1995 paternoster press. First published as bridgeway bible commentary 2005. He warned the people to stop their wicked behaviour. Peter just wrote about the promise of entrance into the everlasting kingdom of god 2 peter 1. All 66 books of the bible have been covered by john schultz. You can find the best commentary on 2 peterjude for you using the tools on the right side. First and second peter, jude catholic commentary on. He was called barjonah because his father was named jonah. The next step is to enter your payment information. The principal design of this chapter is to demonstrate, in opposition to the objections of scoffers, that the lord jesus will return again to this world.
Instances of gods judgments in the rebellious angels, 4. A commentary on the new testament epistles of peter, john. Nowadays you might find a commentary with all of the scholarly graces of precision, textcritical apparatus, and exhaustive documentation of various theories on offer without the slightest hint that these texts might actually be used in a pulpit someday. Summary page for preaching outline and commentary on the book of 2 peter including big idea statement and some notable quotes. A versebyverse study of 2 peter includes a lengthy appendix that contains excerpts and comments dealing with the doctrine once saved, necessarily always saved. A commentary on the new testament epistles of peter, john, and jude new testament commentaries gospel advocate woods, guy n. According to the greek legends, the powerful gods locked away enemy gods in tartarus. Peter is writing to christians in asia minor modern turkeynew christianspredominately gentile christians. Constables notes on 2 peter 2020 edition the more common view today among scholars is that jude probably wrote before peter or his agent composed 2 peter. This is given as a strong reason for dating the letter. False teachers foretold, who shall bring in destructive doctrines and shall pervert many, but at last be destroyed by the judgments of god. Commentaries john gills exposition of the bible 2 peter 2 peter 2 2 peter 2. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account. International bible lesson commentary and bible lesson by l.
The objections are a the long interval that separates. You can find the best commentary on 2 peter jude for you using the tools on the right side. A list of the best commentaries on 2 peterjude ranked by. When christ rose from death, he went and preached to the spirits in prison. Why does peter emphasize christian knowledge in this letter. When one searches for the positive theme of 2 peter in this light, the theme becomes very obvious.
The lord knoweth how to deliver the godly, as well as to punish the ungodly, 9. T he wiersbe bible commentaryhad a modest beginning in 1972 when victor books published my commentary on 1 john and called it be real. He issues two warnings against corrupt teachers who are leading the christian communities. To those who have obtained a a faith of equal standing with ours b by the righteousness of our c god and savior jesus christ 2 d may grace and peace be multiplied to you e in the knowledge of god and of jesus our lord confirm your calling and election. There will be scoffers in the last days, under the gospel, men who make light of sin, and mock at salvation by jesus christ. Commentary on 1 peter bible study notes and comments by david e. The author of 2 peter is the apostle peter see introduction to 1 peter. From thence is inferred the need for holiness, and stedfastness in the faith. In greek mythology, tartarus was the deepest region of the world, placed beneath the underworld itself. Michael green 2 peter and jude tyndale nt commentaries 1987 ivp. The greek text has simeon, which is the hebrew form of simon, peters jewish name. Explanation click link below and retrieve comments from 36 separate commentaries on one page on this one verse. Although the success of the books in thai was due largely to the lack of available alternatives, news of the books spread, and it was suggested that i prepare an english equivalent for use in other countries.
But there were also false prophets among the people, even as there will be false teachers among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, even denying the lord who bought them, and bring on themselves swift destruction. The term can also refer in a spiritual sense to people to whom heaven is their real country and they sojourn on earth compare hebrews 11. But there were false prophets also among the people as well as holy men of god, who gave out prophecies, by the inspiration and impulse of the holy spirit. You can find the best commentary on 1 peter for you using the tools on the right side. Top 5 commentaries on the books of 2 peter and jude. True and false prophecy click chart to enlarge chart from jensens survey of the nt used by permission charles swindolls chart right side of page. The sufficiency of the scriptures is the principle theme of 2 peter. Commentaries offer arguments dating this letter to some time between ad 6068, and even.
Peter, the inspired author, identifies himself as an apostle of. Peter seems to have had a liking for that word precious. Formerly international sunday school lessons issl with free printable study questions, quizzes, and puzzles appropriate for adults and youth. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 peter 1 and more. Schreiner aims to have the text be clearly understood, and clearly applied, for peters letter speaks as strongly to our times as it did to the times in which it was written. Notes regarding peter peter was also called simon matthew 10. The apostle prefaces his epistle to believers in general, with evident testimonies to christ, for promoting their happiness and joy. His insights are livedthrough, profound and rich of application. Commentaries for 2 peter chapter 2 the apostle directs to the atonement of christ for help against sinful infirmities.