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Instructions: Using the method and skills practiced in the Observation, Interpretation, and Application project, complete a methodical study of 2 Peter 1:12-21.
Observation
1. Looking at the Whole Picture
A.
I have read 2 Peter three times in one sitting. Highlight the correct answer.
o
Yes
o
No
B.
I have read 2 Peter 1:12-21 two additional times in both a formal translation (KJV, NKJV, NASB, ESV, or CSB) and a functional translation (NIV, NLT, or NCV). Highlight the correct answer. You will find a copy of these translations in your provided digital library or at BibleGateway.com. o
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C.
After reading 2 Peter 1:12-21 these three times, note your initial observations in the chart below. You should be able to make at least 12 observations.
Verse(s)
Observations
1:12
Peter is the one speaking “Hence, I always intend put you in remembrance….”
1:12
Considering the same verse “hence, I always intend put you in remembrance”, Peter
is talking to the audience based on a respective reason. The message is based on continuing lesson. 1:12
In this verse, Peter is considering his Christians know about truth that he has been showing them and the need for his people to be reminded about truth. 1:13
Peter says that re-teaching, repeating and reminding similar foundational truth consistently tends to be the act to do. He says as long as he is breathing he will keep
on reminding his people. 1:14
Describing life in this verse, Peter utilizes the concept “earthly dwelling” that means tent, borrowing based on Greek
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. He was reminding every believer, she stays
in a temporary mansion, which is her body. 1:15
Peter appeared to be relentlessly diligent in reminding Christians about the truth, in case he departed, they will recall the idea to focus on. 1: 16
Peter indicates that his individual situation for Jesus is simple. He claims to have seen Jesus with his eyes. He is speaking based on his encounters about impending return and power of Christ. 1:16
Peter is reminding Christians that they do not miss anything to live godly and lead the good.
1:17
Peter is speaking about Jesus on the way he pleased God. He claims hearing God’s voice declaring Jesus as His son who He is pleased with. Argument of Peter was that God gave glory and honor to Jesus, Himself. 1:18
This verse is concluding what is stated in verse 17. John, Peter and James were privileged to see transformation of Jesus from his man-appearance. Peter considered the event as the most powerful proof of Christ’s message.
1:19
Peter is describing Christ as a morning star
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. He confirms the event to be vindicating each aspect that was written regarding the Jesus by old prophets. 1:20
Peter is speaking about invented myths and stories, respectively claiming his justification are neither of them. He stresses the idea that prophecy power never comes from individual’s event interpretation. 1:21
Peter is embracing his intellect and interest, individuality and encounters, and writing style and penmanship of shining by the inspired words. Supernaturally, God
had directed the disciples’ heart to inscribe His Word. 1
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. 2010. p.130
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Butler, Trent. Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary
. 1991 p.485-526.
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D.
With your Bible open, reread 2 Peter 1:12-21 and note at least fifteen additionalobservations from this passage.
Verse(s)
Observations
1:12
From the verse, Peter was aware that he had short time to live, however he thought
it was inevitable to progressively remind believers about God’s word regarding truth, and the role each Christian has to develop more within the Gospel. 1:12
The desire of Peter was to make more believers within Christ’s gospel in order to increase virtue to people’s faith and supplement it with brotherly love, moral character, perseverance and kindliness. 1:12
Peter weighed reminding believers about grace behind truth and the role of maturing in spiritual walk. His longing was about people of God making their election and calling effectively. 1:13
Peter tends to be reminding believers about advantaged state in Christ and stresses on the relevance of Christian conduct within the gracious, God-given privilege. This is shows that there is promise based on linking with God.
1:13
Peter catalogues divine power which through Jesus, God has awarded believer everything they require that incorporates life and godliness. He reminds people about exceedingly precious and great promises which were bestowed within believers in abundance. 1:13
Peter rejoices that Christian are secure eternally through Jesus as they are protected by faith, salvation and God’s power
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. Therefore, he reminds people on the way old prophets used to familiarize body of Jesus and church’s hidden mystery. 1:14
Peter’s focus was reminding other believers that the divine power of God tends to grant people every aspect related to godliness and life. People were being urged that through Christ there are magnificent and precious promises that have contributed believers to be partakers of God’s divine nature, as humans are also freed from world’s lusts and corruption. Each believer will become raptured in a respective order. Albeit human body tends to be sown within dishonor, it will later be raised within glory. 1:15
Peter was continuing to enumerate to people about the advantages which will be 3
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dedicated to believers. He wanted earnestly peace and grace to be added to the lives of people under his control. Peter wished people knew the advantaged-state they were to enjoy in Jesus. 1:15
Peter wanted to make sure each reader was appreciating the gospel through faith in
God. People were advised that through God they will escape from the world’s evil desires that are incubated and conceived within fallen man’s mind and heart. 1:16
Peter seemed to be a man that boasted of his love and loyalty for God. He was much grieved at brutal beatings and unfair trials of Jesus. Peter urged people that faith maturing and grace growth can be gained when they reduce their importance in order for the dominion, strength and majesty of Jesus can be viewed within them. 1:17
Peter was among men that heard John the Baptist’s voice within the wilderness creating a way for Jesus
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. He was able to hear Jesus’ gracious words. Peter saw miracles being performed by Christ. He testified about his individual visit from risen Christ as he was humbled to receive the instruction about feeding the sheep. In fact, this verse shows on how Peter was closer to Jesus. 1:17
In this verse, it is possible that Peter was implored severally to recount the prestigious moments to the other saints that similarly worshiped God in truth and spirit. Reverential Lord’s fear is evident from this verse, as Peter calls people to be
holy considering God’s holiness. 1:18
Peter reminds people that as believers, they are blessed to have each spiritual blessing through Jesus, as they have been availed the power they require to stay holy. However, people are obligated to abide in God that they will be allowed to gain His power. 1:19
From this verse, it is evident that people live in dark world. In spite of the privileges that people have accessed such as technology and medicine, the world is
still a dark place. Peter was able to see transfigured Christ on holy mount. People are reminded to treasure in God’s word and maintain its truth to recognize prophetic times they live. 1:20
Peter proved that based on the divine origin, the scripture maintains to be strong. People are warned about private interpretation, manipulating and distorting of the scripture to gain their endings. 1:21
It is evident that God has conversed to people through scriptures. The Bible is regarded non-negotiable, singular and unchanging plumb-line regarding truth. It is meant for holy believers that were influenced by Holy spirit. E.
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You are simply writing down what you have observed in reading the Scriptures and classifying these observations.
i.
Who: Peter who was among disciples of Jesus is regarded as the passage’s author. The reviewed gospel, 2 Peter 1:12-21 starts by “Hence, I always intend put you in
remembrance.” Peter starts to brief message to believers through promising people that they are never missing any aspect inevitable to lead good and godly lives. Considering 2 Peter 1:16-18 verses, he was pointing his individual witness regarding Jesus’ transfiguration. For peter, the event was an effective confirmation of scriptures prophecies that pointed on Christ. Based on the event, he believed in Christ and the disciple was assured on the rest of prophesies. As identified earlier, Peter knew 2 aspects about believes, including truth and its awareness. 2 Peter 1: 13, Peter acknowledged Christians to being aware and established in truth
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. He writes that his aim is about reminding them about what they familiarize so that they may be stirred up. Peter seeks to encourage believers to respond on idea God provided to them. He reminds people to keep recalling the
truth they are aware of. Peter sees he is closer to death as he persists that his eye witnessing testimony regarding transfiguration show that Messiah’s prophesies were true. In 2 Peter 1:11, Peter wrote regarding the entrance in God’s everlasting
kingdom. Coming to that kingdom tends to be inevitable, and Peter thought it was
helpful reminding people every time of the Christian life basics. 2 Peter 1: 13-14 talks about the urgency within the heart of Peter. Based on his focus, the disciple was aware that it was better reminding individuals constantly, particularly since he knew his days of earthly life were coming to end soon. Peter tends to prepare for future in verse 15. He kept a reminder in the message to make sure God’s people will have constant reminder despite his coming departure. In verse 16, Peter write about his individual situation for Jesus, claiming that he saw Him. He tends to report being an eyewitness. ii.
What: 2 Peter 1:12 starts by stating “So I will always remind you of these things…” Peter tends to be having idea of two things, which he is sure believers know also. He identifies truth and the awareness of the principle to be reminded. Peter is continuing to remind believer of the aspects they already know, making sure they recall every idea after he departs. People are reminded to be truthful by following God’s protocols. Peter writes that Christians do not require knowing anything different to what they do, so as to live in Christ. He acknowledged that Christians affirm and are developed within truth.
iii.
Where: The gospel of Peter generalizes the message to be presented to the world. From 2 Peter 1:19, “…unto light shineth in a dark place…” this shows that people
live within a dark world. Peter urges people to focus on the word of God to be delivered from the evil of the world. Peter embraces Jesus as a morning star, claiming that He brought light to the world. Despite mentioning a voice coming when they were with Jesus on Holy Mountain, it still clear that the message was addressed to the world. Peter was after testifying the privileges of staying in 5
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Christ to the world. He aimed at reminding the whole world to focus on teachings of Jesus. iv.
When: The Gospel’s authorship does not provide immediate date. However, 1
st
Corinthians was written in A.D. 53, stating about Peter witnessing Jesus transfiguration. In A.D. 29, Jesus had already begun his ministry
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. In fact, by A.D.
32, Jesus was having his disciples with Peter being among them. The period when
Peter die is not also confirmed for this case. 2. Looking at the Individual Parts
A.
Using the examples provided in the textbook and in the additional resources folder construct a structural outline of2 Peter 1:12-21. The principles of structure should influence how you build this structural outline.
Structure outline of 2 peter 1:12-21
So I will always remind you of these things:
Even though you know them
And are firmly established in the truth you now have
I think it is right to refresh your memory
As long as I live in the event of this body
Because I know that I will soon put it aside,
As our lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me, And I will make every effort to see that my departure
You will always be able to remember the things
For we did not follow cleverly devised stories,
When we told you about the coming of our lord Jesus
But we were eyewitnesses of his majesty
He received honor and glory from God the Father,
When the voice came from the Majestic Glory,
Saying, “This is my son, whom I love;
With him I am well pleased.
We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven, When we were with him on the sacred mountain. We also have the prophetic message
As something completely reliable,
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.
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Above all, you must understand that no prophesy
Of scripture came about by the prophet’s own Interpretation of things.
For prophecy never had its origin in the human will,
But prophets through human, spoke form God
As they carried along by the Holy Spirit. B.
List and explain the principles of structure (comparison, contrast, repetition, illustration, question posed, question answered, etc.) that you have observed in 2 Peter 1:12-21. These
principles of structure should be reflected in the structural outline from the previous question.
Verse(s)
Principles of Structure
1: 12
Preparation- “So I will always remind you of these things”
1:12-13
Explanation- Even though you know them, and are firmly established in the truth you now have. I think it is right to refresh your memory, as long as I live in the event of this body
1:14
Reasoning- Because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our lord Jesus Christ has
made clear to me,
1:15
Illustration- And I will make every effort to see that after my departure, you will always be able to remember the things
1:16
Question answered- For we did not follow cleverly devised stories, when we told you about the coming of our lord Jesus, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty
1:17
Illustration- He received honor and glory from God the Father, when the voice came from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my son, whom I love;
With him I am well pleased
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.
1:18
Question answered: We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain. 1:19
Contrast: We also have the prophetic message, as something completely reliable, 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.
1:20-21
Summary: Above all, you must understand that no prophesy of scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets through human, spoke from God, as they carried along by the Holy Spirit. 7
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C.
Using the examples provided in the textbook and in the additional resources folder construct a brief outline of 2 Peter 1:12-21.
I.
Peter’s reminder to believers was about what in 2 Peter 1:12-21
A. Truth (v.12a)
B. Awareness of Truth (v.12b)
II.
What did Jesus receive from God the Father?
A.Glory (v.17a)
B.Honor (v.17b)
3. Looking at the Fine Details.
Using what you learned when you worked through 1 Corinthians 1:18-31in the Observation assignment, complete the “who,” “what,” “where,” and “when” of 2 Peter 1:12-21.You should use the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary
, Holman Illustrated Bible Handbook
, Holman Concise Bible Commentary
. Your answers for this section should be much more detailed than the
ones provided in the Chapter Four questions (Your answers in 1E).
2 Peter 1:12-21
1.
Who? (The characters)
The scripture’s author is Peter. Holman Concise Bible Commentary briefs that Peter, Jewish Fisherman as illustrated in Luke 5: 1-11. The source similarly illustrates that there are 4 setting out Jesus’ disciples in Matthew 10:2-4, listing Peter among them. Based on the earliest times believers, Peter is affirmed to have written gospels that bear his name, and according to the source, He wrote the gospel with goal of stating the way Christ was having the power to instruct his disciples to spread his teachings
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. Peter in his writings aimed at confirming Jesus as the Messiah and son of God. He is the speaker explaining teachings of Jesus and how his teachings will lead people being linked to God.
2. What? (Key truths or Events)
Luke 5: 1-11 is a start of Peter’s life before and when he met Jesus to become a disciple. Mathew
10: 2-4 highlights Peter as one, among chosen disciples of Jesus. From Holman Concise Bible Commentary, Peter’s words were a continuation of Paul’s teaching about righteousness. In the Old Testament, Paul promised people of a Messiah, who will come to cleanse and wash away human’s sin. People were urged to be maintain righteousness, as Peter instructs them to be truthful. Peter reminds people to be truthful and they will enjoy, as they inherit the kingdom of 8
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. 2010. p. 72.
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God. 3. Where? (Geography and Location)
Holman Concise Bible Commentary similarly states that Peter’s words were meant to address the
whole world. Peter instructed every Christian to seek the kingdom of God. He identified the earth as a dark place, where if one seeks God, he will be separated from world’s evil. From the source, Jesus is considered to have brought light to the whole world, not pointing specific location.
4. When? (Time factors)
Holman Concise Bible Commentary highlights Peter’s gospel to have been written within A.D. 55-65
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. From all the sources, there is no supporting evidence on the time when 2 Peter 1:12-21 was written. From different scripture, A.D. 29 seem to be the time when Jesus begun his ministry. Peter begun his teachings when Jesus had already ascended, and he had witnessed the miracle and transformation of Jesus from being a man. Interpretation
Instructions:
In this section, you will be building off of your observations in order to explore the principles of interpretationin your study of 2 Peter 1:12-21. Your assignment is to come up with interpretive questions and answers that allow you to explore each category: Who, What, When, Where. Using these questions, you will study through the steps of content, context, comparison, and consultation to arrive at conclusions regarding 2 Peter 1:12-21. Lastly, you will seek to answer the final question: Why? We must deal with the question of “why” somewhat differently than the questions of “who,” “what,” “when,” and “where.” When we ask “why” we must draw conclusions about the meaning of the passage, based on our study up to this point. Answer the following questions about 2 Peter 1:12-21 based on your findings and additional research.
Please note three items:
First, in the Comparison section you will need to demonstrate how other Scriptures support your interpretive conclusions. Second, in the Consultation section you should use other scholarly resources (Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Holman Illustrated Bible Handbook, and the Holman Concise Bible Commentary. Additionally, you may find excellent resources provided from the Jerry Falwell Library by following this link: https://libguides.liberty.edu/c.php?g=564087&p=6899410
Third, material that can be found for free on the internet is typically neither scholarly nor academic and should not be used for support. Thus, websites like Wikipedia, GotQuestions.org, BlueLetterBible.org, etc. should not be used for supporting your interpretive conclusions
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A. Who? (The Characters)
Description: Find out all you can about the characters, including their identities and situations. If specific people or groups are mentioned, now is the time to learn more about them. You are not composing a detailed biography of their lives. You simply want to note what 2 Peter 1:12-21 says about each of the main characters and how that fits with other Scriptural passages. You should be able to identify at least four (4) characters in this passage.
Question 1: Who is “I” saying “will always remind you” in 1:12?
Initial proposal based on content: Following the previous chapters of 2 Peter, the “I” was used
to refer to Peter.
Context: 2 Peter 1:1 starts by introducing Peter as the disciple of Jesus, and further presenting what the he was saying. Moreover, 2 Peter 1:14, reflects on the impending death of Peter. Peter starts by reminding Christians to live truthful and Godly lives. Verse 13 states about being the character being a witness of Jesus’s majesty. Peter was among the 3 disciples in the ‘inner circle’
of Jesus. He boasted about his love and loyalty for Jesus. Peter walked with Christ along as he witnessed the powerful prayer of Jesus. Comparison: Based 1 Peter 2:20, the context present Peter talking about doing good being commendable to God. Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Handbook presents the teachings in 2 Peter 1:12-21, and notes his teachings starting from 2 Peter 1: 2 after Peter introduced himself as Jesus’s disciple
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. The writers proceed making affirmation that the scripture is open about his life-decisions compared to others. They proceed presenting concepts, principles and ideas including 2 Peter 1:12-21. The passage begins by identifying truth as the immediate teaching of Peter. Holman Illustrated Bible Handbook similarly presents him as the speaker of the context. In the entire passage, the authors tend to regard truth as teachings of Jesus. Conclusion: The individual who is persists on reminding people, noted as “I” in verse 12 is Peter.
Question 2: Who is “you” that need to be reminded in verse 12?
Initial proposal based on content: Following the previous chapters of 2 Peter, the “you” was used to refer to believer and every person in the world generally.
Context: 2 Peter 1:4 starts by introducing believers by stating that God has given them precious and great promises, so that by them they will engage in divine nature. God has always instructed 10
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humans to seek his kingdom by participating in divine nature
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. Verse 8 talks about people possessing respective qualities, which will make them effective and productive regarding the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Further, verse 10 displays “my brothers and sisters” that is further referred as you as the passage continues. In verse 20, Peter stated that “you need to understand that no scripture’s prophecy came by prophet’s interpretation of things.” It is evident from the text that he was talking to readers for this case, who are every person around the world. Comparison: From Roman 7:7-25, Paul talked about people seeking Christ and looking for righteous way to seek the kingdom of God. Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary identifies “you” as people in general. The authors consider the term as the ones who were being presented the message, who are the readers. The source highlights Peter promising people the privileges of following teachings of Jesus, as presented in 2 Peter 1:11. He tells people that they will receive rich welcome into eternal kingdom of God. Conclusion:Considering the outside consultation and above Scripture, Peter was sending his teachings to the world in 2 Peter 1:12-21, which means ‘you’ represents the readers. Question 3: Who is “He” that received honor and glory from God in verse 17?
Initial proposal based on content: Following 2 Peter 1: 17, the “He” was used to refer to Jesus
Context:2 Peter 1: 17 highlights the way God is pleased by his son, He loves. Biblically, Glory and honor was only given to Jesus by God. This brought the idea of people believing in God through Christ. Comparison: From Roman 7:7-25, Paul talked about people seeking Christ, who was referred as he. Paul described Jesus as the link of believer with God. . Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary identifies “He” as Jesus. The authors confirms on the ending of verse, which confirmed the “He” as God’s son who he loved and was pleased with. From Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, the description meets what Jesus was well known about.
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Conclusion:Considering the outside consultation and above Scripture, Peter was talking about how God was describing Jesus 2 Peter 1:12-21, which means ‘He’ represents Christ. Question 4: Who is “we” that heard the voice that came from heaven in verse 18? Initial proposal based on content: Following 2 Peter 1: 18, the “we” was used to refer to disciples.
Context: 2 Peter 1: 18 presents the way Peter and other disciples were able to hear the voice from
Heaven. In fact, when the voice was heard, only disciples who were at the sacred mountain with Jesus. In fact, the three disciples were John, Peter and James
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. Comparison: Mathew 17:5 states that when Peter was still talking, a voice was heard from the cloud. This still reflects on the people who were with Jesus when the voice came about. Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary identifies “We” as Jesus’s disciples. The source explains on how the Holy Spirit descended on Christ in a bodily ways like a bird. The authors reflect on Mathew 3:15, where the three disciples who were with Jesus were mentioned. 2 Peter 1:18 similarly eliminates Jesus from “We”, as it stated that we were with Him, to mean Jesus. Conclusion:Considering the outside consultation and above Scripture, Peter was talking about him and other disciples who were with Jesus on the sacred mountain in 2 Peter 1:12-21, which means ‘We’ represents disciples. B. What? (The Key Truths or Events)
Description: This is the time to investigate important words and ideas in the passage. What is the tone of the passage - joy, sorrow, disappointment, and delight? If it is an action passage, what do the main actions represent? What are the key truths, events, or relationships mentioned in 2 Peter
1:12-21? Explore these first as they appear in this passage and then throughout Scripture. You should identify at least three (3) “what” questions.
Question 1: What is Peter referring to “them” when he says “even though you know them”?
Initial proposal based on content: Peter was talking about truth and its awareness, which believers know about. Context: Verse 12 continues by saying “established in the truth you now have.” This relates with the start of verse 12, which Peter concludes that readers are aware of the aspect. In fact, from the passage, it seems people knew and had truth in mind. Comparison: “Them” are the principles of truth and being aware of the aspect. Considering John 8:32, Jesus was telling readers to know the truth, which will set them free. 12
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Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary identifies “Them” as truth and its awareness. The authors stress that Peter was reminding people about truth and being aware of its existence and need. The source identifies Jesus in John 8:32 talking about truth as the one to set people free, and insists that humans need to know about it. Conclusion:Considering the outside consultation and above Scripture, Peter was talking about truth and awareness of it, which people need to know in 2 Peter 1:12-21. This implies that ‘Them’ represents truth and its awareness.
Question 2: What did Peter mean when he said “put it aside” in 2 peter 1:14?
Initial proposal based on content: Peter was talking about his death, and he wanted to remind people more before he died.
Context: In Verse 15, Peter talks about making effort to ensure people are able to remember truth
after his departure. He was confirmed about his death by Jesus as stated in the end of verse 14. Comparison: Philippians 1:18-26, identifies the death of Peter, which the Lord had spoken about it as glorifying God
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. However, the death of Peter was never recorded in New Testament since by 64 C.E, Romans had killed or captured every Apostle and his family, preventing the spread of
Christ’s truth. Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary identifies “Put it aside” as Peter’s death. The authors reflected on Mark 14:27-31, when Jesus begun predicting events to come in Peter’s life including his denial and death. The source refers to Philippians 1:18-26, where Peter’s death was
spoken by the Lord. Conclusion: Based on the reviews from 2 Peter and the outside source, it is evident that “put it aside” meant Peter’s death. Question 3: what did Peter mean saying “tent” in verse 13?
Initial proposal based on content: Peter was referring to the earth, where he had a short time to live.
Context:In verse 15, Peter talks about approaching his death soon. Tent in most case is usually a temporary place to hold functions or stay. At this case, considering verse 15, Peter knew he was about to come out of earth. Comparison: in John 21:18-19, Peter died a martyr as Christ had indicated to him. This indicated Peter believed Jesus’ prophetic words were to be literally fulfilled. Hence, in verse 14, Peter knew his time left on earth was few. 13
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Consultation:Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary identifies “Tent” as earth for Peter’s case. The source stresses that Peter was having a short time to live. In fact, the authors state that Peter was aware of his death based on the spoken word of the Lord as illustrated in Philippians 1:18-26. Conclusion: Conclusively, tent meant earth, which Peter had a short time to live as presented in 2
Peter 1: 14-15. C. Where? (The Geography and location)
Description: Are there places in the passage that need to be identified in geographic placement? Can anything be learned from the location of the events? Explore these places as they appear in this passage before considering their significance outside of 2 Peter 1:12-21. You should identify
at least one (1) “where” question.
Question: Where did Peter mean when he stated “dark place” in verse 19?
Initial proposal based on content: Peter was referring to the earth, where evil rules. Context: In verse 4, Peter promise people of escaping world corruption resulted from evil desire by participating is divine nature
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. In this case, Peter was showing readers that they need to pay attention to a light, which is Jesus, shining in a dark place (Earth). Comparison: Isaiah 45 identifies earth as a dark place, where God promised believers to give them treasures within the earth. Consultation:From Holman Concise Bible Commentary, “dark place” has been identified as earth. The source states that earth’s evilness, which makes it to be considered as a dark place. The authors confirmed that in Roman 7:7-25, Paul regarded the world as sinful, stating that people need to seek salvation by seeking God through Christ. Conclusion:Based on the reviews from 2 Peter and the outside source, it is evident that “dark place” meant the earth. D. When? (The Time Factors)
Description: Determine if there is anything critical related to the element of time in this passage. Are there lesson to be learned based on the timing of the events? How is this presented first in 2 Peter 1:12-21 and then throughout the Scriptures? You should identify at least one (1) “when” question.
Question: When did Peter mean by stating “I will soon put it aside”?
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Context: In verse 14, Jesus had made it clear to Peter that he was about to die, considering he was also getting older. However, the exact time when he died is not recorded in the Bible. Comparison: In, John 21:18-19 Jesus indicated the form of death Peter will glorify God, as he finally told Peter “follow me.” Jesus seemed to be alluding the death of Peter. However, no one stated to him the exact time he will die. Consultation: From Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, it is evident that by 64 C.E, every Apostle and his family was killed or captured by the Romans, preventing Christ’s truth from being spread as indicated in Acts 11-27. Conclusion:Considering the outside consultation and above Scripture, Peter was not aware about his death’s time but he knew it was approaching as indicated in 2 Peter 1:12-21. E. Why? (The purpose of this passage)
Description: The purpose question is two-sided: there is the need that caused the revelation to be given, and there is the author’s message that addressed that need. Here you are drawing conclusion based on all that you have studied. Examine your work in observation and this interpretation exercise; what do you believe is the need of the passage and then what is the message and how does it address that need?
The Need: The need is based on readers understanding about truth and being aware of it. Believers are supposed stay by truthful principles and seek God to inherit the Kingdom of God
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. Peter wanted to remind people the privilege that is within truthful, and wanted to confirm Jesus as the son of God, to his readers. The Message: Peter’s message was for people firmly establish truth and confirm Jesus as a reliable for humans to pay attention to achieve the privileges presented by God. Application
Instructions:
Using the questions below as a guide, develop application principles from 2 Peter 1:12-21. Be sure that your work is connected to and based on your work in the previous two Unlocking the Scriptures project assignments. There ought to be a connection between your application principles and your work in observation and interpretation.
1. Identify the Universal Truth: What universal truth is God communicating in this passage?Your content here should answer the
question, “What is the one thing the whole thing is saying?” This does not need to be a full paragraph. Rather, it should be no more than 2-3 well-written sentences.
The universal truth which God is talking about in 2 Peter 1:12-21 is that through believing in Him and leaving a righteous life, people will live a good and godly life, as they will similarly inherit God’s kingdom. 15
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2. Identify Specific Points of Application: How will you apply this universal truth to the four relationships of life? Your answer here should
begin with one of the items listed under the various relationships (with God, with yourself, with others, with Satan) addressed in chapter 10. Be sure that your explanation is both detailed and specific. An explanation that is 2-3 sentences in length is neither detailed nor sufficient at this academic level.
A. Relationship with God
A truthto rely on.
Explain: Verse 19 shows that God sent Jesus to us to bring light in the world. The passage refers Jesus as a morning star, who will connect us to God if we believe in him
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. Linking with God assures people of the privileges, like inheriting His Kingdom. We are urged in verse 4 that through linking with God, people will escape from evil desires of the world. B. Relationship with myself:
An objective to strive forto.
Explain: Peter said in 2 Peter 1:19 that our concern should be about seeking the God’s kingdom as well as His righteousness. From this, I am aware that I need to try my level based to stay within God’s principles. Including God in my daily life will be a breakthrough for me to be exempted from the corrupt world. In fact, is easy to be wrapped up in the problems within the world.
C. Relationship with Satan:
A link to avoid.
Explain: in 2 Peter 1: 19, Peter confirms that the world is dark based on the evil actions contributed by Satan. Humans are reminded about the corruption that is within the evil world. Paul promised that evil is associated with Death. Therefore, I will try as much as I can to avoid evil deeds, and seek the kingdom of God. D. Relationship with my friends:
A witness toshare.
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Explain: Truly, from this passage I learn the need to seek God’s kingdom. My life is stressful as many temptations and issues come about forcing me into depressing moments. I try to relate my events with my friends, who encourage me on staying strong. I am going to put God in everything I do, so that He will strengthen and relieve from the evil deed of the world. 3. Identify A Verse for Contemplation: What verse from 2 Peter 1:12-21 should be my focus of meditation and memorization? Explain why this verse is the most suitable verse for contemplation from this passage.
Based on my experience and life, I will consider verse 19, which promises of light despite being in the dark world
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. The verse encourages and guides me on how to reconnect myself with God. The verse states of someone reliable who can bring light in my life. Hence, this is encouraging for my case. 4. Identify How You Will Practice What You Have Learned: What will you do this week to apply these principles to your life? Based on your study of 2 Peter 1:12-21, write five concrete actions or attitudes you can work on this week. These actions or attitudes need to be specific to this passage and should not be so general that they fit with any number of Bible passages. Thus, you should avoid making general statements like “I will pray more” or “I will study the Bible for ½ hour every day this week.” Further, be sure to state how these five concrete actions or attitudes you will work on this week are specifically connected to 2
Peter 1:12-21.
A. Explain:I will first work on my faith to reconnect myself with God. I will try to live by truth as presented in verse 12. Being truthful will be on my finger-tips, as I will find every way to embrace truth in my daily life. B.
Explain:Based on verse 13 “, I think it is right to refresh your memory” I will try to remind myself about the truth principle. Apart from embracing the principle, I will try to remind myself what the principle is all about and what it recommends. C.
Explain: Considering verse 16 “for we did not follow devised stories when we told you about the
coming of Jesus,” I will try to consider and follow all the teachings of Jesus on the reason he was
brought on earth and why he died for us. This will be a motivation for my faith. D.
Explain: I will try to seek the kingdom of God and his righteousness to enjoy the privileges. This
will involve seeking God in all my progresses and activities. Seeking his guidance when temptations come about. The lesson will increase my trust on Him. E.
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Explain: I will try to follow up the prophecies that were presented about Jesus by the old prophets. Teachings of apostles such as Paul will help me to connect myself with God more
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. In fact, identifying different lessons from Jesus’ disciples, including Peter will be a confirmation and a motivation for me to build my faith. Biography
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