Thematic Bible: Exhortations concerning


Thematic Bible




If anyone teaches a different doctrine [i.e., from what has been urged above], and does not agree to [proclaim the] sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and to teaching that is godly [i.e., in harmony with godliness], Verse ConceptsTeachersTeachingSound DoctrineMisteachingDifferent TeachingsFalse TeachersDoctrines of the The GospelGodly Mandoctrine


Since all these things are [certain] to be destroyed, what kind of persons should you be, [if not like those] living holy lives, and in a godly manner, Verse ConceptsConsistencyHoliness Of The SaintsHoliness, Purpose OfLast ThingsSaintsDestruction Of The WorldWhat Manner?Holiness


But you should have nothing to do with those worldly myths [See 1:4] and superstitious tales [often] told by old women. Instead, train yourself for living a godly life. Verse ConceptsFigures Of SpeechGodlessnessHeresiesIntolerancePutting Off The Old ManRumoursSelf DisciplineUngodlinessMythsWeak WomenAvoiding EvilPurposeGodly WomanRejectionExerciseGrandmotherstrainingpracticeshunningpietystories

First of all, then, I urge you to offer [special] requests, prayers, intercessions [Note: "Intercessions" probably refers to praying on behalf of others], and thanksgivings for all people. [Offer them] for kings and for all people in prominent [governmental] positions, so that we can live a peaceful and quiet life in all reverence [toward God] and respectability [toward people].