For prophecy was never brought about by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. Truth to Learn The Bible is the “inspired” Word of God. Behind the Words The word translated “will” is translated from the word thelemati,...
2 Peter 1:20 – Spirit Inspired
Knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one’s own interpretation. Truth to Learn The truth of the Bible is communicated by the Holy Spirit. Behind the Words The words translated “one’s own interpretation” are idias epiluseos. The first of these, idias, means “pertaining to...
2 Peter 1:19 – More Sure Foundation
And we have the word of the prophets made more certain, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. Truth to Learn God’s Word regarding Christ’s second...
2 Peter 1:18 – His Holy Presence
And we heard this voice borne out of heaven being with him on the sacred mountain. Truth to Learn Holiness is in the presence of God, not the location or building. Behind the Words The word translated “voice” is phōnē, which comes from the verb phaō, meaning “to shine.”...
2 Peter 1:17 – A Father Well Pleased
For having received honor and glory from God the Father such a voice was brought to him from the majestic glory, saying, "This is my Beloved Son, with him I am well pleased." Truth to Learn God the Father is, and has always been, pleased with His Son. Behind...
2 Peter 1:16 – His Majestic Return
Fore not following cleverly devised fables, we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, having been eyewitnesses of his majesty. Truth to Learn Christ’s glorious return is not a wishful, made-up story. It is a promise from Christ himself, attested to by angels. ...
2 Peter 1:15 – Eternal Retirement Plan
And I will be diligent to cause you to always have remembrance of these things after my departure. Truth to Learn God has a job for us to be doing until we take our last breath. Behind the Words The expression “will be diligent” is translated from the word...
2 Peter 1:14 – The Final Doorway
because I know that I will soon lay aside my tabernacle, as our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me. Truth to Learn Life here on earth is short and only temporary. What we do during this time, however, will have eternal consequences. Behind the Words Eidō is...
2 Peter 1:13 – Late Life Refresher
I consider it right, as long as I am in this earthly tent to stir you up with a reminder. Truth to Learn We need to keep encouraging each other to stay the course because we haven’t much time left. Behind the Words “I consider” is translated from hēgeomai,...
2 Peter 1:12 – Continual Refresher Courses
So I will always remind you of these things, though having known them and having been firmly established in the truth you now have. Truth to Learn We need to be continually learning and refreshing our knowledge of God through His Word. Behind the Words “Having known” comes from...