Having finished the discussion of their arrogant manner, Peter transitions to their immoral means.

There is a connection between arrogance and ignorance.

Based on God’s actions in the past, it is obvious that God knows both His people and His enemies.

Peter looks back to the Old Testament prophets (1:19-21) to build a biblical precedent for the judgment of false teachers.

Here we see four warnings issued by the apostle Peter to the Asian churches regarding false teachers

Peter explains three vital principles that every believer must understand regarding the Old Testament Scriptures.

Before Peter goes on the offensive (2:1-22), he establishes the inevitability of Christ’s future return and reign.

Here, Peter proclaims his purpose and reasons to remind them of “these things.”

Peter provides two reasons why “these things” are necessary in the life of a believer.

In short, it is on the basis of Christ’s gift (vv. 3-4) that Peter demands his readers to strive for maturity.

In 1:3-4, Peter lays the cornerstone of his foundation by reminding his audience of their divine resources in Christ.

It is not Peter’s intention to present himself as relatable but as a chosen and proven emissary of the King of kings and Lord of lords.

It could be said that 2 Peter is one of the most difficult books of the New Testament to study.

Couched within this summary, Peter provides three reminders for the elect aliens of Asia Minor.

Theology is always practical. Instruction always has a reason or cause. Encouragement is always rooted in objective reality.

Peter drives home two realities that every shepherd and every sheep must realize

Beginning in v. 5 and continuing through v. 7, Peter turns his attention from the shepherds to the sheep.

It is imperative that both the shepherds and the sheep understand their priorities.

How can this be? Peter answers that question and more in the remaining verses.

Three questions regarding Christian suffering so that the readers will know how to suffer in the name of Christ and for the glory of God.