2 Peter 3: Group Study Handout

How to use: read 2 Peter 3 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

Peter writes a second letter to stir up the sincere minds of the beloved (vv. 1-2). He warns of mockers in the last days who will question the promise of Christ’s return (vv.

Key verse

“But don’t forget this one thing, beloved, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.”
2 Peter 3:8 (WEB)

Outline

2 Peter 3:1–2 Reminder of Apostolic Teachings
2 Peter 3:3–4 Warning Against Scoffers
2 Peter 3:5–7 Historical Evidence of Judgment
2 Peter 3:8–9 Understanding God's Timing
2 Peter 3:10–12 The Coming Day of the Lord
2 Peter 3:13–14 Hope for New Creation
2 Peter 3:15–18 Call to Growth and Vigilance

Discussion questions

In v2, what do believers need to remember according to Peter?
What will happen to the heavens and earth in v10?
In v9, why does Peter emphasize that the Lord is 'not slow' concerning his promise?
In v15, what is the connection between the 'patience of our Lord' and salvation?
When have you felt skepticism about God’s promises like the 'mockers' in v3?

Go deeper

Passages that echo 2 Peter 3: Matthew 24, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Corinthians 15.

Before next time: read 1 John 1.