Bible (ASV) NT 22: 2 Peter

The Second Epistle of Peter, part of the New Testament, is attributed to the apostle Peter, who was an eyewitness to Jesus' ministry. Written to address the issue of false teachers distorting apostolic tradition, it emphasizes the importance of patience in awaiting the Second Coming of Christ. The epistle encourages Christians to study scripture and highlights God's mercy in delaying judgment to allow for repentance and salvation. This text is notable for its direct confrontation of heresy and its call for moral integrity among believers.