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2 Peter 3:13-15
New Catholic Bible
2 Peter 3:13-15
New Catholic Bible
13 We eagerly await the promised new heavens and a new earth[a] in which righteousness dwells.
14 Therefore, beloved, in expectation of all this, do everything possible to lead blameless lives that are above reproach so that he will find you at peace. 15 Think of our Lord’s patience as your opportunity to be saved;[b] our beloved brother Paul told you this when he wrote to you with the wisdom that was given to him,
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- 2 Peter 3:13 New heavens and a new earth: promised by Isaiah (65:17; 66:22) and confirmed by Revelation (21:1).
- 2 Peter 3:15 Your opportunity to be saved: literally, “salvation.”
2 Peter 3:13-15
New International Version
2 Peter 3:13-15
New International Version
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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