2 Peter

The book of 2 Peter begins with an expression of desire for the recipients to have an abundance of grace and peace through their knowledge of God and Jesus Christ, emphasizing that God's divine power has granted them everything necessary for a godly life. The author then warns of false prophets and teachers who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, denying the Master and bringing destruction upon themselves, and reminds believers of God's judgment on the unrighteous as seen in past examples. The book concludes by reminding believers to recall the predictions of the prophets and the commandment of the Lord, warning of scoffers who will deny the promise of Christ's return, and encouraging believers to live in holiness and godliness, waiting for the promise of new heavens and a new earth.