2 Peter 1:16-21
Holy Bible. New Living Translation copyright © 1996, 2004 by Tyndale Charitable Trust.
Paying Attention to Scripture
16 For we were not making up clever stories when we told you about the powerful coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. We saw his majestic splendor with our own eyes 17 when he received honor and glory from God the Father. The voice from the majestic glory of God said to him, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.” 18 We ourselves heard that voice from heaven when we were with him on the holy mountain.
19 Because of that experience, we have even greater confidence in the message proclaimed by the prophets. You must pay close attention to what they wrote, for their words are like a lamp shining in a dark place—until the Day dawns, and Christ the Morning Star shines in your hearts. 20 Above all, you must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the prophet’s own understanding, 21 or from human initiative. No, those prophets were moved by the Holy Spirit, and they spoke from God.
Peter, known for his willingness to take action and make decisions, is firm about his position on the Scriptures. Having personally witnessed Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration (Matthew 17); having heard the voice of God testify and identify His Son; Peter’s conclusion from what he has seen and heard is that God’s Word, the Scriptures are authentic.
What do you believe about the Scriptures? Peter, the leader of the 1st century church had no take it or leave it attitude. The Word of God was His rock (Matthew 16:18). It was his foundation. Facing all the challenges of the early church, Peter held on to the rock and encouraged the church with the rock..
Take hold of that rock. It will see you through any situation you face.
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