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2 Peter
Introduction
The second book of Peter, was written while Peter was probably still living in Babylon. Although the place of writing is uncertain. In this book, Peter continues the theme of the previous book as a reminder that though believers will suffer in many and various forms, they should keep with the faith, endure, and wait patiently on Gods plan to unfold for them.
Probably written in the late sixties A.D., shortly after the first letter was written, and probably shortly before his death around 68 A.D., 2 Peter was written as an encouragement and as a reminder to believers to hold on to their faith and doctrine, especially during their time of suffering and adversity. Thus, the first letter was a book covering suffering, this book in one of reminder.
2 Peter Outline (New Unger's Bible Dictionary)
I. Introduction (1:1-4)
II. Exhortation to Christian growth (1:5-11)
III. Apostolic authority (1:12-21)
IV. The peril of apostate teachers (2)
V. Conduct in the light of the Lord's return (3)
