New International VersionSo then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with him.
New Living TranslationAnd so, dear friends, while you are waiting for these things to happen, make every effort to be found living peaceful lives that are pure and blameless in his sight.
English Standard VersionTherefore, beloved, since you are waiting for these, be diligent to be found by him without spot or blemish, and at peace.
Berean Standard BibleTherefore, beloved, as you anticipate these things, make every effort to be found at peace—spotless and blameless in His sight.
Berean Literal BibleTherefore, beloved, expecting these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and without blemish.
King James BibleWherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
New King James VersionTherefore, beloved, looking forward to these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and blameless;
New American Standard BibleTherefore, beloved, since you look for these things, be diligent to be found spotless and blameless by Him, at peace,
NASB 1995Therefore, beloved, since you look for these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, spotless and blameless,
NASB 1977Therefore, beloved, since you look for these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, spotless and blameless,
Legacy Standard BibleTherefore, beloved, since you are looking for these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, spotless and blameless,
Amplified BibleSo, beloved, since you are looking forward to these things, be diligent and make every effort to be found by Him [at His return] spotless and blameless, in peace [that is, inwardly calm with a sense of spiritual well-being and confidence, having lived a life of obedience to Him].
Christian Standard BibleTherefore, dear friends, while you wait for these things, make every effort to be found without spot or blemish in his sight, at peace.
Holman Christian Standard BibleTherefore, dear friends, while you wait for these things, make every effort to be found at peace with Him without spot or blemish.
American Standard VersionWherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for these things, give diligence that ye may be found in peace, without spot and blameless in his sight.
Contemporary English VersionMy friends, while you are waiting, you should make certain the Lord finds you pure, spotless, and living at peace.
English Revised VersionWherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for these things, give diligence that ye may be found in peace, without spot and blameless in his sight.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationTherefore, dear friends, with this to look forward to, make every effort to have him find you at peace, without [spiritual] stains or blemishes.
Good News TranslationAnd so, my friends, as you wait for that Day, do your best to be pure and faultless in God's sight and to be at peace with him.
International Standard VersionSo then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to have the Lord find you at peace and without spot or fault.
NET BibleTherefore, dear friends, since you are waiting for these things, strive to be found at peace, without spot or blemish, when you come into his presence.
New Heart English BibleTherefore, beloved, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent to be found in peace, without blemish and blameless in his sight.
Webster's Bible TranslationWherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found by him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
Weymouth New TestamentTherefore, dear friends, since you have these expectations, earnestly seek to be found in His presence, free from blemish or reproach, in peace. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleTherefore, beloved, as you anticipate these things, make every effort to be found at peace—spotless and blameless in His sight.
World English BibleTherefore, beloved, seeing that you look for these things, be diligent to be found in peace, without defect and blameless in his sight. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor this reason, beloved, waiting for these things, be diligent, spotless and unblameable, to be found by Him in peace,
Berean Literal BibleTherefore, beloved, expecting these things, be diligent to be found by Him in peace, without spot and without blemish.
Young's Literal Translation wherefore, beloved, these things waiting for, be diligent, spotless and unblameable, by Him to be found in peace,
Smith's Literal TranslationWherefore, dearly beloved, expecting these, be earnest, spotless and blameless, to be found by him in peace. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWherefore, dearly beloved, waiting for these things, be diligent that you may be found before him unspotted and blameless in peace.
Catholic Public Domain VersionTherefore, most beloved, while awaiting these things, be diligent, so that you may be found to be immaculate and unassailable before him, in peace.
New American BibleTherefore, beloved, since you await these things, be eager to be found without spot or blemish before him, at peace.
New Revised Standard VersionTherefore, beloved, while you are waiting for these things, strive to be found by him at peace, without spot or blemish; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore, my beloved, while you look for these things, be diligent that you may be found by him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
Aramaic Bible in Plain EnglishTherefore beloved, as you expect these things, take pains that you shall be found without spot and without defect before him in peace. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentWherefore, beloved, seeing that you expect such things, earnestly strive, by being spotless and blameless, to be found by him in peace:
Godbey New TestamentTherefore, beloved, looking for these things, be diligent to be found spotless and blameless unto him in peace:
Haweis New TestamentWherefore, beloved, seeing ye are expecting these things, be diligent to be found of him in peace, spotless and blameless.
Mace New Testamentsince then, my dear brethren, your expectations are such, take care to appear before him, without any defect or blemish, in order to be happy; and be persuaded,
Weymouth New TestamentTherefore, dear friends, since you have these expectations, earnestly seek to be found in His presence, free from blemish or reproach, in peace.
Worrell New TestamentWherefore, beloved, since ye are looking for these things, give diligence that ye be found in peace, without spot and blameless in His sight.
Worsley New TestamentWherefore, beloved, seeing ye expect these things, give diligence to be found of Him in peace, spotless and blameless;
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Context Final Exhortations13But in keeping with God’s promise, we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells. 14Therefore,beloved,as you anticipatethese things,make every effortto be foundatpeace—spotlessandblamelessin His sight.15Consider also that our Lord’s patience brings salvation, just as our beloved brother Paul also wrote you with the wisdom God gave him.…
Cross References Philippians 2:15so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world
1 John 3:2-3Beloved, we are now children of God, and what we will be has not yet been revealed. We know that when Christ appears, we will be like Him, for we will see Him as He is. / And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as Christ is pure.
1 Thessalonians 5:23Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely, and may your entire spirit, soul, and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Hebrews 12:14Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
1 Corinthians 1:7-8Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly await the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ. / He will sustain you to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Peter 1:13-16Therefore prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. / As obedient children, do not conform to the passions of your former ignorance. / But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do, ...
2 Corinthians 7:1Therefore, beloved, since we have these promises, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
Ephesians 5:27and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless.
Colossians 1:22But now He has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy, unblemished, and blameless in His presence—
Matthew 5:8Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
Isaiah 26:3You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
Isaiah 66:2Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.
Psalm 37:37Consider the blameless and observe the upright, for posterity awaits the man of peace.
Psalm 119:1Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD.
Proverbs 4:18The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday.
Treasury of Scripture Why, beloved, seeing that you look for such things, be diligent that you may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless. seeing. Philippians 3:20 For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: Hebrews 9:28 So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation. be diligent. 2 Peter 1:5-10 And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; … 1 John 3:3 And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure. in peace. Matthew 24:26 Wherefore if they shall say unto you, Behold, he is in the desert; go not forth: behold,he is in the secret chambers; believeit not. Luke 2:29 Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: Luke 12:43 Blessedis that servant, whom his lord when he cometh shall find so doing. Jump to Previous BelovedBlamelessBlemishCareDearDiligentEarnestlyEvilForwardFoundFreeFriendsGreatLovedOnesPeacePresenceReasonReproachSeekSightSinSpotSpotlessUnblameableWaitWaitingWhereforeZealousJump to Next BelovedBlamelessBlemishCareDearDiligentEarnestlyEvilForwardFoundFreeFriendsGreatLovedOnesPeacePresenceReasonReproachSeekSightSinSpotSpotlessUnblameableWaitWaitingWhereforeZealous2 Peter 3 1.He assures them of the certainty of Christ's coming to judgment;8.warning the godly, for the long patience of God, to hasten their repentance.10.He describes also the manner how the world shall be destroyed;11.exhorting them to all holiness of life;16.and again to think the patience of God to tend to their salvation, as Paul wrote to them in his epistles.Therefore, belovedThe term "beloved" indicates a deep affection and connection between Peter and his audience, emphasizing the pastoral care and concern he has for them. This affectionate address is common in the New Testament, reflecting the familial bond among believers (1 John 3:2). The "therefore" connects this verse to the preceding discussion about the Day of the Lord and the promise of new heavens and a new earth ( 2 Peter 3:13). as you anticipate these things
"These things" refers to the events surrounding the return of Christ and the end times, as described earlier in the chapter. The anticipation of these events is a call to live in a state of readiness and expectation, similar to the parable of the ten virgins inMatthew 25:1-13. This anticipation is not passive but involves active preparation and vigilance. make every effort
This phrase underscores the importance of diligence and intentionality in the Christian life. It echoes Peter's earlier exhortation in2 Peter 1:5-7 to add to one's faith virtues such as goodness, knowledge, and self-control. The Christian life requires effort and perseverance, aligning with Paul's encouragement inPhilippians 2:12 to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling." to be found at peace
Being "at peace" suggests a state of spiritual tranquility and harmony with God, oneself, and others. This peace is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22) and is rooted in the reconciliation achieved through Christ's sacrifice (Romans 5:1). It also implies readiness for Christ's return, as peace with God is essential for standing before Him. spotless and blameless
These terms describe the moral and spiritual purity expected of believers. "Spotless" and "blameless" are often used in sacrificial language, referring to the unblemished animals required for offerings (Leviticus 1:3). In the New Testament, Christ is described as the "lamb without blemish or defect" (1 Peter 1:19), and believers are called to emulate His purity. This call to holiness is consistent with the exhortation inEphesians 5:27 for the church to be presented to Christ as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle. in His sight
This phrase emphasizes accountability to God, who sees and knows all (Hebrews 4:13). Living "in His sight" means living with an awareness of God's presence and judgment. It is a reminder that the ultimate evaluation of one's life is not based on human standards but on God's righteous judgment. This aligns with the call in2 Corinthians 5:9-10 to make it our goal to please Him, for we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ. Persons / Places / Events 1. PeterThe author of the epistle, one of Jesus' twelve apostles, who is writing to encourage and instruct believers in their faith. 2. BelovedRefers to the recipients of the letter, the early Christian believers, whom Peter addresses with affection and concern. 3. The Day of the LordAn eschatological event anticipated by Christians, involving the return of Christ and the final judgment. 4. GodThe ultimate judge and the one with whom believers are to be at peace. 5. The ChurchThe collective body of believers who are called to live holy and blameless lives in anticipation of Christ's return. Teaching Points Anticipation of Christ's ReturnBelievers are called to live in a state of readiness, eagerly anticipating the return of Christ. This anticipation should motivate a lifestyle of holiness and peace. Effort in HolinessThe phrase "make every effort" indicates that living a holy life requires intentionality and diligence. It is not passive but involves active pursuit of righteousness. Peace with GodBeing "at peace with Him" suggests a reconciled relationship with God through Christ. This peace is both a state of being and a call to live in harmony with God's will. Spotless and Blameless LivingThe call to be "without spot or blemish" echoes the sacrificial language of the Old Testament, where offerings to God were to be without defect. Believers are to offer their lives as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. Community AccountabilityThe pursuit of holiness is not just an individual endeavor but involves the community of believers encouraging and holding one another accountable. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 2 Peter 3:14?
2.How can we be "found at peace" as instructed in 2 Peter 3:14?
3.What does being "spotless and blameless" mean in our daily Christian walk?
4.How does 2 Peter 3:14 connect with Matthew 5:8 about purity of heart?
5.In what ways can we diligently prepare for Christ's return, as Peter advises?
6.How does living "without spot" influence our witness to non-believers?
7.How does 2 Peter 3:14 encourage believers to live in anticipation of Christ's return?
8.What does "spotless and blameless" mean in the context of 2 Peter 3:14?
9.How does 2 Peter 3:14 relate to the concept of Christian holiness?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Peter 3?
11.What does the Bible say about confusion?
12.What is the Second Advent of the Messiah?
13.What does apocatastasis mean?
14.What does "Jesus is coming soon" mean?What Does 2 Peter 3:14 Mean ThereforeThe word signals a logical bridge from the promise of a “new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells” (2 Peter 3:13). Because that future is certain, the present must be shaped by it. •2 Peter 3:11–12 reminds that “everything will be destroyed in this way,” so holy conduct follows naturally. • Paul makes a similar “therefore” inRomans 12:1—God’s mercies demand a living sacrifice. • Knowing the unshakeable future motivates obedience today rather than passive waiting.
BelovedPeter appeals to the readers’ cherished status, not their performance. • The same affectionate term appears in1 John 3:1: “See what great love the Father has given us.” •Romans 1:7 calls believers “loved by God,” grounding exhortation in relationship, not fear. • Because they are loved, correction and encouragement are safe to receive.
As you anticipate these thingsThe verse assumes an active, hope-filled outlook. •Titus 2:13 calls believers to be “awaiting the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.” •Philippians 3:20 says “our citizenship is in heaven,” so eyes stay lifted. • Anticipation fuels perseverance; when the destination is clear, the journey’s hardships don’t derail.
Make every effortDiligence, not drift, marks readiness. • Earlier,2 Peter 1:5 urges, “Make every effort to add to your faith virtue.” It’s the same call. •Hebrews 4:11: “Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest.” Grace is not opposed to effort; it is opposed to earning. •1 Timothy 4:15 tells Timothy to “be diligent in these matters… so that everyone may see your progress.”
To be found at peaceWhen Christ appears, He should discover His people enjoying the harmony He purchased. •Romans 5:1: “Having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” •Isaiah 26:3 promises “perfect peace” to the mind fixed on the LORD. •Philippians 4:7 speaks of a peace that “surpasses all understanding,” guarding hearts and minds until the Day.
Spotless and blameless in His sightPeace is paired with purity. The terms recall sacrificial animals without blemish, anticipating believers’ presentation to Christ. •1 Peter 1:19 points to Christ Himself as “a lamb without blemish or spot,” the model and means of our purity. •Ephesians 5:27 envisions Christ presenting the church “to Himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle.” •Colossians 1:22 states that through the cross He will “present you holy, unblemished, and blameless in His presence.” Lives cleansed by the blood must now reflect that cleansing in conduct (Philippians 2:15).
summaryBecause the new creation is sure, beloved followers of Jesus live in eager expectation, channeling that hope into diligent pursuit of peace with God and practical holiness. The coming Judge should find His people calm, clean, and confident, their lives echoing the righteous world soon to be revealed. (14) Be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.--Rather, Be found spotless and blameless in His sight. "Be found of Him," i.e., "by Him" (comp. 2Peter 2:19), cannot stand; the construction is parallel to "be found unto you" ( 2Corinthians 12:20), i.e., "in your judgment," or "in your sight." The pair of epithets, "spotless and blameless," should be noticed as coinciding with 1Peter 1:19, and also as forming a marked contrast to the false teachers, who are called "spots and blemishes" ( 2Peter 2:13). "In peace" cannot well refer to differences between Jewish and Gentile Christians, a subject quite foreign to this Epistle. It may possibly refer to the false teachers and the discord caused by them; but more probably it has no special reference. It expresses at once the condition and the consequence of being "spotless and blameless." "There is no peace, saith my God, for the wicked." Verse 14. - Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things; rather, these things, the coming of the Lord, the restitution of all things, the new heavens and the new earth. Be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless; literally, give diligence (or, be earnest - the same word which is used in 2 Peter 1:10) to be found without spot and blameless in his sight in peace. Christians who look for the coming of Christ must earnestly strive to imitate their Lord, the "Lamb without blemish and without spot." In the word ἄσπιλοι, "without spot," we have a link with 1 Peter 1:19. The word for "blameless" ( ἀμώμητοι) is found elsewhere only in Philippians 2:15. The dative αὐτῷ should be rendered, not "of him" or "by him," but "in his sight" or "before him." Peace is used in its fullest sense - peace with God and with man; the peace which Christ giveth; "the peace of God, which passeth all understanding." "In peace" was a common inscription on Christian graves.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Greek Therefore,Διό(Dio)Conjunction
Strong's 1352:Wherefore, on which account, therefore. From dia and hos; through which thing, i.e. Consequently.beloved,ἀγαπητοί(agapētoi)Adjective - Vocative Masculine Plural
Strong's 27:From agapao; beloved.as you anticipateπροσδοκῶντες(prosdokōntes)Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4328:To expect, wait for, await, think, anticipate. From pros and dokeuo; to anticipate; by implication, to await.these things,ταῦτα(tauta)Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Plural
Strong's 3778:This; he, she, it.make every effortσπουδάσατε(spoudasate)Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4704:To hasten, be eager, be zealous. From spoude; to use speed, i.e. To make effort, be prompt or earnest.to be foundεὑρεθῆναι(heurethēnai)Verb - Aorist Infinitive Passive
Strong's 2147:A prolonged form of a primary heuro, which heureo is used for it in all the tenses except the present and imperfect to find.atἐν(en)Preposition
Strong's 1722:In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.peaceεἰρήνῃ(eirēnē)Noun - Dative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1515:Probably from a primary verb eiro; peace; by implication, prosperity.with Him,αὐτῷ(autō)Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846:He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.without spotἄσπιλοι(aspiloi)Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 784:Unstained, undefiled, spotless, pure. Unblemished.[or]καὶ(kai)Conjunction
Strong's 2532:And, even, also, namely.blemish.ἀμώμητοι(amōmētoi)Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 298:Without blame or fault, unblemished. Unblamable.
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