The theme of 2nd Peter is the great need for personal spiritual growth in a time when false teachers and teachings were infiltrating the early church (2Pe 1:5 with 2Pe 3:18). Key words/phrases relevant to spiritual growth are “grace and peace,” which can be “multiplied” as we grow in the “knowledge” of our Lord, and exercise due “diligence” in the practice of spiritual “love.” As a method of instruction, Peter emphasizes the necessity of reminder and repetition (2Pe 1:12-13, 2Pe 1:15, 2Pe 3:1-2).
Gene Cunningham - February 7, 2000
Basics #8
From Series: "The Basics"
This study reviews fundamental bible doctrines for those advanced in the faith and provides a sound foundation for those that need to move on in their spiritual life to fulfill God's plan and purpose (Heb 6:1-3).