2 Peter 1:3

2 Peter · New Testament · Chapter 1

“According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:”2 Peter 1:3

What Does 2 Peter 1:3 Mean?

2 Peter 1:3 is found in the book of 2 Peter, chapter 1, verse 3 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Key themes in this passage include Grace, Identity, Eternal Life, and Spiritual Gifts.

Cross-References (20)

These passages are connected to 2 Peter 1:3 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Philippians 4:8“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”1 Peter 5:10“But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.”2 Timothy 1:9“Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,”3 John 1:2“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.”Romans 8:28“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”Psalms 84:11“For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.”1 Corinthians 3:21“Therefore let no man glory in men. For all things are yours;”Romans 8:32“He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things?”Ephesians 1:17“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him:”Ephesians 1:19“And what is the exceeding greatness of his power to us-ward who believe, according to the working of his mighty power,”2 Corinthians 12:9“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”1 Peter 2:21“For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:”1 Peter 2:9“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:”Philippians 3:14“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”2 Thessalonians 2:14“Whereunto he called you by our gospel, to the obtaining of the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.”1 Thessalonians 2:12“That ye would walk worthy of God, who hath called you unto his kingdom and glory.”1 Thessalonians 4:7“For God hath not called us unto uncleanness, but unto holiness.”Ephesians 4:1“I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called,”1 Corinthians 1:9“God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.”1 Peter 1:15“But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation;”

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