Another way of expressing the truth of these words would be to say that we have entered the last chapter of world history. A more accurate rendering of these words proves to be very awkward when translated into English: “The end of all things is in the state of approaching ” or, “The end of all things is in the approaching mode.” By way of illustration: the spacecraft is ready for take off, all systems are go, it is in the launching mode. Was he mistaken? Certainly not! But how are we to understand these words, The end is near? Actually, the translation, “The end of all things is near (or, “at hand”)” is a bit inaccurate. Peter informs the church that “the end of all things is near.” Yet, as we all know, nearly 2000 years have passed since these words were written by the apostle. The end of all things is near so then, let your mind be alert and be spiritually sober for prayer.
Of what does Peter inform the church in verse 7a (printed below?) Since Peter is writing in the first century, how would you explain this? For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the Study Guide (PDF download).ġ. Below are some preliminary questions to assist in the study of this passage.
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