2 Peter
1:3
God gives us everything we need so that we can live a godly life. If you find life difficult, talk to God and he will help you.
Arty has some emergency numbers for you to use on difficult days:
- Read Psalm 27:1 when you are afraid.
- Read Joshua 1:9 when you have to do something that is very difficult.
- Read Matthew 28:20 when you feel lonely.
- Read 1 Peter 5:7 when you are worried.
Choose one of these verses to remember. Write the verse on a piece of paper and decorate it. Then put the paper in a place where you will see it often.
1:3-11
Joinme says get your group together and form pairs.
Read verse 10. It says that Christians must live in a way that shows they belong to Jesus. Read verses 5-7. Peter mentions eight ways that Christians show that they belong to Jesus. Make a list of these eight things.
Divide the list among the pairs of people. Talk about what your word or words mean. If you need help, ask your parents, ask other adults or use a dictionary. Then explain to one another what these things mean for your life. Be sure to talk about how you can show them in your life.
1:16-21
Peter was with Jesus when he was on the mountain. He saw Jesus’ face change and his clothes become bright as lightning. Read about it in Luke 9:28-36. Peter saw everything and even heard God speaking from heaven. It was a wonderful day and Peter never forgot it.
Now Peter tells his readers that Jesus’ second coming will be even better than that day.
2:5
Inny wonders whether you remember what happened to Noah. You can read about him in Genesis 6:5-9.
- Why did God decide to save Noah?
- How did God save Noah and his family?
- What does Peter say about Noah?
3:13-15
God has promised that one day he will return to earth. There will be a new heaven and a new earth. Then people will live in a way that is pleasing to God. And they will be with him forever!
Hearty wants to know how you feel about Jesus coming again. Have you ever thought about it? That day hasn’t happened yet because God is waiting for more people to be saved. Think about ways you could help tell other people the good news about Jesus. How do you feel knowing you can help more people come to know Jesus?
