2 Peter 3:12 Meaning
Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat?
Context Explained
10But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.
11Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness,
12Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat?
13Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.
14Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 24:35
Jesus speaks of the passing of heaven and earth, echoing Peter's message about the end times.
2 Peter 3:10
This verse describes the day of the Lord's coming, aligning with the themes of judgment and renewal.
1 Thessalonians 4:16
This passage discusses the return of the Lord, which connects to the anticipation in Peter's verse.
Source: 2 Peter 3:12