2 Peter 1:5-7

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - 2 Peter 1:7

2 Peter 1:7. And to godliness brotherly-kindness— Or the love of the Christian brotherhood, which is often and earnestly recommended. See 1 Peter 1:22. The connection between these two virtues is inseparable, (comp. 1Jn 3:17; 1 John 4:20-21.) and indeed what can be more properly connected with the love of God, than the love of real Christians, who are formed after the image of that God who made them? He adds, And to the love of Christians,—the love of all mankind. Our first or superlative love... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:5

5. And beside this—rather, "And for this very reason," namely, "seeing that His divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain to life and godliness" (2 Peter 1:3). giving—literally, "introducing," side by side with God's gift, on your part "diligence." Compare an instance, 2 Peter 1:10; 2 Peter 3:14; 2 Corinthians 7:11. all—all possible. add—literally, "minister additionally," or, abundantly (compare Greek, 2 Corinthians 9:10); said properly of the one who supplied all the equipments... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:6

6. Greek, "And in your knowledge self-control." In the exercise of Christian knowledge or discernment of God's will, let there be the practical fruit of self-control as to one's lusts and passions. Incontinence weakens the mind; continence, or self-control, moves weakness and imparts strength And in your self-control patient endurance" amidst sufferings, so much dwelt on in the First Epistle, second, third, and fourth chapters. "And in your patient endurance godliness"; it is not to be mere... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Peter 1:7

7. "And in your godliness brotherly kindness"; not suffering your godliness to be moroseness, nor a sullen solitary habit of life, but kind, generous, and courteous [ALFORD]. Your natural affection and brotherly kindness are to be sanctified by godliness. "And in your brotherly kindness love," namely, to all men, even to enemies, in thought, word, and deed. From brotherly kindness we are to go forward to love. Compare 1 Thessalonians 3:12, "Love one toward another (brotherly kindness), and... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Peter 1:3-11

II. THE CONDITION OF THE CHRISTIAN 1:3-11"The first chapter vividly portrays the nature of the Christian life with its challenge to spiritual growth and maturity, built on a sure foundation. The second part of the epistle is a ringing polemic against the false teachers who would allure and seek to mislead God’s people, while the third chapter deals with the heretical denial of the return of Christ and concludes with some fitting exhortation to the readers." [Note: D. Edmond Hiebert, "The... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Peter 1:5

Since believers have resources that are adequate for a godly life, we should use them diligently to grow in grace (cf. 2 Peter 3:18). Escaping the corruption of lust takes effort (cf. 1 Timothy 6:11-12; 2 Timothy 2:2). It is possible to frustrate the grace of God by having "faith without works" (James 2:20). [Note: Hiebert, Second Peter . . ., p. 51.] Therefore we must apply all diligence. This is the most basic requirement for experiencing effective Christian growth (cf. 2 Peter 1:10; 2 Peter... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Peter 1:5-9

B. The Believer’s Needs 1:5-9Having established the believer’s basic adequacy through God’s power in him and God’s promises to him, Peter next reminded his readers of their responsibility to cultivate their own Christian growth. He did so to correct any idea that they needed to do nothing more because they possessed adequate resources."In this beautiful paragraph Peter orchestrates a symphony of grace. To the melody line of faith he leads believers to add harmony in a blend of seven Christian... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Peter 1:6

"Self-control" (Gr. egkrates) means mastery of self, disciplined moderation, controlling one’s desires and passions (cf. Proverbs 16:32; Proverbs 25:28; Acts 24:25; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Galatians 5:23; Philippians 3:12-16; 1 Timothy 4:7-8; James 4:17). Many of the early Christian heresies taught that since the body was evil (some claimed) or unimportant (others claimed) it was not necessary to curb fleshly lusts, only to think correctly."Any religious system which claims that religious... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Peter 1:7

"Brotherly kindness" (Gr. philadelphia) is thoughtful consideration of fellow believers (cf. 1 Peter 1:22; 1 Peter 3:8; Romans 12:10; 1 Corinthians 12:25-26; 1 Thessalonians 4:9; Hebrews 13:1). Overt acts of kindness manifest this characteristic (Galatians 6:10)."Love" (Gr. agape) is the highest form of love, God’s kind, that seeks the welfare of the person loved above its own welfare (John 3:16; John 13:35; Galatians 5:22; 1 Peter 4:8; et al.). It reaches out to all people, not just fellow... read more

John Darby

Darby's Synopsis of the New Testament - 2 Peter 1:5

1:5 therewith (a-8) 'Bringing in besides,' or 'along with,' 'by the side of the other.' also (b-15) Lit 'supply,' 'furnish besides.' It is the aorist. read more

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