Kitchen Table Theology
Where Coffee, Conversation, and Theology Meet. During my 40 years in ministry, I’ve developed an increasing burden for what I sense to be an increase in biblical illiteracy, not only among those in our churches, but also in the young men and women entering the ministry. Conversely, I am hopeful, because I also sense a hunger from people to learn and know biblical truth and the things of God has revealed to us in Scripture. Our Kitchen Table Theology team has developed a list of over 150 doctrinal topics which I, along with one of my cohosts, Jen Denton or Tiffany Coker, examine weekly. Our goal is to educate and share biblical truth on the same level as if we were sitting at your kitchen table with a Bible and a pot of southern pecan coffee in front of us. Welcome to the table!
Kitchen Table Theology
201 Bible Overview: 2 Peter
Have you ever wondered what significant lessons you might be missing out on by neglecting certain parts of the Bible?
In this episode, hosts Tiffany Coker and Pastor Jeff Cranston dive into the New Testament, focusing on the book of 2 Peter. They discuss common everyday things that people tend to neglect, segueing into the often-overlooked book of 2 Peter. They highlight its importance, authorship, date, and main themes, such as the sufficiency of God's word, God's judgment and salvation, and the promise of new heavens and a new earth. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize the relevance and application of 2 Peter's teachings for contemporary Christians.
Dive in with us to uncover the profound teachings and timeless wisdom of the book of Peter!
[00:00 - 05:54] Overview of 2 Peter
- Tiffany introduces the focus on 2 Peter.
- Pastor Jeff and Tiffany discuss common things people neglect, and how it relates to the book of Peter.
- They share a brief discussion on the authorship and date of 2 Peter.
[05:54 - 13:17] Purpose and Themes of 2 Peter
- Pastor Jeff discusses the reasons for Peter writing a second letter.
- He emphasizes the importance of combating false teachings.
[13:17 - 17:58] God's Judgment and Salvation
- Pastor Jeff discusses Old Testament examples of judgment and salvation and emphasizes the importance of God's ability to save.
- They also share the promise of new heavens and a new earth, and Peter’s assurance of the Lord’s return and final judgment.
[17:58 - 20:15] Application to Daily Life
- Pastor Jeff encourages listeners to guard against internal discord.
Direct Quotes:
"Let's not neglect 2 Peter. It’s short, but it has so much in it.” - Tiffany Coker
"The Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials and to keep the unrighteous under punishment until the day of judgment." - Pastor Jeff Cranston
"The importance of God's word is sufficiency and our knowledge of it is one of the letter’s main themes." - Pastor Jeff Cranston
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Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!