But the new testament raises its use to a higher meaning. Peter wants them to continue this friendly greeting. Charles bigg 1840 1908, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles of peter and jude. Bible commentary seventhday adventistegw vol 18 pdf. Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of god, and of jesus our lord, according as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue. He also said that if we have these things, we will never stumble i. Assignments on james 2 please read the whole book of james again as we study chapter 2. And that makes a lot of ordinary people feel rather worthless. Here again, the subsequent clause makes it perfectly clear what peter said, and fully justifies the kjv rendition in 2 pet. The character of those seducing teachers and their disciples.
For example, it considers the historical, social, and literary background of the. This commentary, like each in the series, is designed to serve the churchthrough aid in preaching, teaching, study groups, and so forthand demonstrate the continuing intellectual and practical viability of theological interpretation of the bible. Resources matthew henrys commentary 2 peter chapter 1 verses 511 verses 511 in these words the apostle comes to the chief thing intended in this epistleto excite and engage them to advance in grace and holiness, they having already obtained precious faith, and been made partakers of the divine nature. Free bible study program from tyndale house, cambridge. For ever since the fathers fell asleep, all continues just as it was from the beginning of creation 2 pet. All formats, multimedia, audiomp3, video, ebook, epub, kindle mobi. Verses 511 verses 511 in these words the apostle comes to the chief thing intended in this epistleto excite and engage them to advance in grace and holiness, they having already obtained precious faith, and been made partakers of the divine nature. Peter probably calls him my son because peter helped him to become a christian. In heathen usage it meant only the moral excellence of selfreliance and courage.
From the baker illustrated bible commentary by stephen motyer. The lord knoweth how to deliver the godly, as well as to punish the ungodly, 9. There are striking similarities between the two books. Both apostles anchor the church on the scriptures as the only defense against the coming storm.
You can find the best commentary on 2 peterjude for you using the tools on the right side. This letter was very likely written from the same place as the first letter, when peter was a prisoner, perhaps of nero of rome. 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. Commentary to 1 peter free online downloadable pdf. Comprehensive, accessible, and fully illustratedthis commentary on 1 2 peter and jude is a musthave resource. Robert mciver has this to say about the companion book, first and second peter. 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. A free bible version and commentary on peters second letter in easyenglish. False teachers foretold, who shall bring in destructive doctrines and shall pervert many, but at last be destroyed by the judgments of god. Download and read free online 2 peter, jude the niv application commentary book 18 by douglas j.
This is given as a strong reason for dating the letter. It is peter that preaches the first christian sermon acts 2, he that opens the 1. First, gods resources do not free us from the responsibility to diligently. This addition to the wellreceived brazos theological commentary on the bible offers a theological exegesis of 1 2 peter. A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 peter 2 and more. Peter sends a greeting of peace to the christians at the end of his letter. 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. These materials can be used profitably in personal study or in an adult sunday school class. Describe the specific example james gives for respect of persons.
There was a time when he had thrice denied his master, but now he is glad to call himself a servant of jesus christ. Genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, deuteronomy, joshua, judges, ruth, 1 samuel, 2 samuel, 1 kings, 2 kings, 1. Charles bigg 18401908, a critical and exegetical commentary on the epistles of peter and jude. The thing in view in this verse is a spiritual condition described as worse than being lost.
The petrine authorship of 2 peter has been challenged more than the authorship of any. Stuart heights sunday school 2 peter, week 1 august 19, 2018 jim fleming 7 2 2 peter between 1 peter and 2 peter the 4 10212018 2 peter 3. Top 5 commentaries on the books of 2 peter and jude. He is the chief figure in the first twelve chapters of the acts. The word biblical commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to scripture as divine revelation. Constables notes on 2 timothy 2020 edition according to tradition which goes back at least to the fifth century, the mamertine prison is the place where both paul and peter were confined before their execution under nero. Bob utley, retired professor of hermeneutics biblical interpretation table of contents a word from the author. Instances of gods judgments in the rebellious angels, 4. Though weak, the arguments for the priority of 2 peter are as follows. These are the elements of success and accomplishment. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
T he wiersbe bible commentaryhad a modest beginning in 1972 when victor books published my commentary on 1 john and called it be real. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on peters second letter. The similarity of 2 peter to pauls last epistle of 2 timothy. I only read the 1 peter section of the book but i presume the sections on 2 peter and jude are of similar quality. This is not to say that 2 peter is the chief source for the theology of the eternal value of present work, but only that 2. Those eight books are now combined into the onevolume bridgeway bible commentary, which is a companion in size, style and format to the bridgeway bible dictionary, an a to z of biblical information. Each volume of the baker illustrated bible commentary is a nontechnical. Notes regarding peter peter was also called simon matthew 10. The lord knoweth how to deliver the godly, as well as to punish the ungodly, 2 peter 2. You want a deeper understanding of the scriptures, but the notes in your study bible dont give you enough depth or insight. The man, peter introduction to 1 peter introduction to mark 1 peter 1 mark 1 mark 9 1 peter 2. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.
This is not to say that 2 peter is the chief source for the theology of the eternal value of present work, but only that 2 peter is consistent with such a theology. For this very reason, adding your diligence to the divine promises, employ every. All 66 books of the bible have been covered by john schultz. The eight handbooks were dedicated to people who, in different ways, had a. Commentary on 12 peter and jude by motyer, stephen ebook. Has numerous quotes from respected, conservative expositors and commentaries. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and theological evidence. By the way, l ord and savior in verse 2 is governed by one definite article in greek, showing that it refers to the same person, jesus christ thomas schreiner, the new american commentary, 1, 2 peter, jude broadman publishers, p. Second peter is the swan song of peter, just as 2 timothy is the swan song of paul.
An accomplishment of a life time, matched by only a few saints in history. The eight handbooks were dedicated to people who, in different ways, had a significant influence in my life and ministry. Our society does a lot to make people feel like nobodieslike they are of little importance or worth. Make your choice below and download the pdf commentary ebook for free. Read 2 peter 2 commentary using john gills exposition of the bible. To distinguish it from peters first epistle, it was given the greek title petrou b, or 2 peter. Peter warns of heresy among teachers as paul warns of heresy among the laity. Once he had said, i know not the man, but now he claims that he has been sent out by that glorious lo. Both peter and paul speak in a joyful manner of their approaching death 2 peter 1. Now lets turn in our bibles to 2 peter 3, and i would like to begin at verse 3, 2 peter 3. This commentary, like each in the series, is designed to serve the churchthrough aid in preaching, teaching, study groups, and so forthand demonstrate the continuing. In this letter the author anticipates his death, and hopes, above all, that readers will remember his ethical instructions.
Nobody remembers who named the book, but for me it was the beginning. So, together with a bible to look up crossreferences, you have everything you need for your journey of discovery in jude and 2 peter. Verses 511 matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. We live in a world where great emphasis is placed on intelligence, wealth, and looks. Comprehensive, accessible, and fully illustratedthis commentary on 12 peter and jude is a musthave resource. He was called barjonah because his father was named jonah.
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