13 But we look for (A)new heavens, and a new earth, according to his promise, [a]wherein dwelleth righteousness.

14 Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in [b]peace, without spot and blameless.

15 (B)And suppose that the long suffering of our Lord is salvation, [c]even as our beloved brother Paul according to the wisdom given unto him wrote to you.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Peter 3:13 In which heavens.
  2. 2 Peter 3:14 That you may try to your profit, how gentle and peaceable he is.
  3. 2 Peter 3:15 Paul’s Epistles are allowed by the express testimony of Peter.

13 But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth,(A) where righteousness dwells.

14 So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless(B) and at peace with him. 15 Bear in mind that our Lord’s patience(C) means salvation,(D) just as our dear brother Paul also wrote you with the wisdom that God gave him.(E)

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