2 Peter 1:12-21

Key Verse 1:19

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. Read verses 12-15. What things had Peter reminded the believers? (12, 5-7) Why did Peter think that it was right to make every effort to remind them of these things? (13-15)

2. Read verses 16-18. What were the stories about Jesus based upon? (16) What did God the Father testify about Jesus? (17-18) What specific event was Peter referring to here? (Mat. 17:5, Mk. 9:7) In what respect did Jesus receive honor and glory from God the Father?

3. Read verses 19-21. What did Peter say that the prophetic message of the scriptures is completely reliable? (19a, 20-21) How should the believers respond to this reliable message? (19b) In what respect is it like a light shining in a dark place? What would happen to their heart when they pay attention to this message?