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BIBL 360 Name: Tracey Coleman M ETHODICAL B IBLE S TUDY T EMPLATE Instructions: Using the method and skills practiced in the Observation, Interpretation, and Application project, complete a methodical study of 2 Peter 1:12-21. Observation 1. Looking at the Whole Picture A. I have read 2 Peter three times in one sitting. Highlight the correct answer. o Yes o No B. I have read 2 Peter 1:12-21 two additional times in both a formal translation (KJV, NKJV, NASB, ESV, or CSB) and a functional translation (NIV, NLT, or NCV). Highlight the correct answer. You will find a copy of these translations in your provided digital library or at BibleGateway.com. o Yes o No
BIBL 360 C. After reading 2 Peter 1:12-21 these three times, note your initial observations in the chart below. You should be able to make at least 12 observations. Verse(s) Observations 6:12 Peter is speaking to believers. “To put you always in remembrance…” 6:13 Peter continues to expound on his promise. 6:14 Peter foretells of his imminent death. 6:15 Peter continues to promise to equip the believers to be able to go in after his death. 6:16 Peter recalls time spent learning and spending time with Jesus. 6:17 Peter speaks of the glory and honor given to Jesus from God the father 6:18 Peter speaks of hearing God honor His beloved son. 6:19 Jesus admonishes believers to heed prophecy “as unto a light that shineth in dark places…” 6:20 Peter makes clear that scripture is not of any “private interpretation…” 6:21 Peter explains that prophecy came in “old time’ by way of the Holy Spirit. 6:17 Peter recalls being with Christ when the God revealed his Glory and honor on Christ 6:21 Peter explains that the Holy men God were moved by the Holy Spirit to record prophecy.
BIBL 360 D. With your Bible open, reread 2 Peter 1:12-21 and note at least fifteen additional observations from this passage. Verse(s) Observations 6:12 Peter promises to remind believers of the truth of the prophecy they already know. 6:12 Peter recognized believers are already established in the truth. 6:13 Peter wants to refresh the memory of the believers while he lives 6:14 Peter talks about how it will be soon when he ceases to put aside reminding the people of the truth. 6:15 Peter gives assurance that he will make every effort to believers are equipped with the prophecy of scripture. 6:16 This scripture shows how the believers follow the truth and not fables regarding “the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ in power” 6:16 Peter recalls witnessing the majesty and power of Christ. 6:17 In Verse 17 God speaks of His son saying, “This is my son whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” 6:17 The love of God for his son is on display in this verse. 6:18 Peter speaks of the witnesses who heard the voice of God when they were in the “sacred mountain.” 6:19 Verse 19 points out the complete reliability of the prophetic message. 6:19 Peter admonishes believers to listen to the preachers until they fully understand until light makes its way to darkness. 6:20 Verse 20 points out that more than anything it should be understood where prophecy came from. 6:21 Verse 21 continues to point out that prophecy is not of human origin. 6:21 The prophetic message was given to humans through the Holy Spirit.
BIBL 360 E. Using your Bible and the two charts of observations you have constructed record the major facts of the passage. For this exercise, you should not consult any outside resource. You are simply writing down what you have observed in reading the Scriptures and classifying these observations. i. Who: Simon Peter is identified in the passage as the author, a servant, and an apostle of Jesus Christ. Jesus is identified as the beloved Son of God. Peter is speaking to Gentile believers who have believed the prophecy of scripture as presented by Peter and the apostles. Peter incorporates the apostle's knowledge of the prophetic message saying in part in v19 that “we also have the prophetic message…” In v17 Before Peter and the apostles God speaks of his “beloved son” saying, “This is my son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased.” The Holy Spirit is identified as the way through whom the prophecy was revealed. ii. What: Peter is speaking to believers and emphasizing that they have already received true knowledge and should endeavor to always remember the truth that they have received through prophecy and that truth should be embraced and paid attention to as seeking light that shines in darkness. In verses 20-21, Peter explains the importance of knowing more than anything else that there should be an understanding of how prophecy of scripture came about saying, “Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things….” but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.” iii. Where: In this particular passage there is no indication of where Peter was speaking to the Gentile believers. However, in 1 Peter 1:1, several locations are identified where the apostle Peter most likely ministered. “Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, exiles scattered throughout the provinces of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia,” (1 Peter 1:1 New International Version). iv. When: There is no immediate indication of when this message in 2 Peter was authored. However, Peter is speaking to the Gentile believers before his death as pointed out in v 13-14, stating, “I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of this body, because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me.” (2 Peter 13:14). 2. Looking at the Individual Parts
BIBL 360 A. Using the examples provided in the textbook and in the additional resources folder construct a structural outline of 2 Peter 1:12-21. The principles of structure should influence how you build this structural outline. Structural Outline of 2 Peter 1:12-21 So, I will always remind you of these things: (Preparation) Even though you know them and are firmly established in the truth you now have (Repetition) I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent if this body because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me. I will make every effort to see that after my departure you will always be able to remember these things. For we did not follow cleverly devised stories: When we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ in Power (Explanation) But we were eyewitnesses of His Majesty. He received honor and glory from God the Father: When the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying: (Pivot) “This is my son, whom I love; with him, I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain. We also have the prophetic message: (Summary) as something completely reliable, and you will do well to pay attention to it as to a light shining in a dark place until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. B. List and explain the principles of structure (comparison, contrast, repetition, illustration,
BIBL 360 question posed, question answered, etc.) that you have observed in 2 Peter 1:12-21. These principles of structure should be reflected in the structural outline from the previous question. Verse(s) Principles of Structure 6:12 Preparation- “So I will always remind you of these things.” 6:12-15 Repetition- “Even though you know them and are firmly established in them... I think it is right to refresh your memory...you will always be able to remember these things.” 6:16 Explanation- “We did not follow cleverly devised stories when we told you about the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ…But were eyewitnesses of his majesty” 6:17-18 Pivot- “He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, whom I love; with him, I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard the voice that came from heaven…” 6:19-21 Summary- “We also have the prophetic message... as something completely reliable, and you will do well to pay attention to it, Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.” C. Using the examples provided in the textbook and in the additional resources folder
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