What do you think it means that “the earth and the works done on it will be exposed”?
2 Peter 3:10 ESV "But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up and dissolved, and the earth and the works that are done on it will be exposed. Should this influence the way I live today? If so, how?
2 Peter 3:1 - 13
AMP - 1 BELOVED, I am now writing you this second letter. In [both of] them I have stirred up your unsullied (sincere) mind by way of remembrance. 2 That you should recall the predictions of the holy (consecrated, dedicated) prophets and the commandment of the Lord and Savior [given] through your apostles (His special messengers).
Anonymous
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Donna Williams
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Dear Anonymous, I believe that the verse mentioned is very clear and needs no further interpretation! The Apostle Peter, inspired by the Holy Spirit, is speaking about the Day of the Lord. It is the day of judgment when the heavens and the earth, and those whose works are wicked will be judged by fire. In other words, everything that has been corrupted by sin will be burned up. Verse 13 says, "Nevertheless we, according to His promise, look for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells." The heavens and the earth will experience a new birth, the old will pass away, and become new. Now, as it pertains to the second part of your question, the answer is found in verses 11 & 14: "Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness. Verse 14: "Therefore, beloved, looking forward to these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless."
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