The Prophetic Word

Northwest Bible Church - April 24, 2022 - 2 Peter - Alan Conner
2 Peter 1:19-21
The Prophetic Word

Intro

A. THE SURE PROPHETIC WORD (2 Peter 1:19).

1. The contrast view - Scripture is more sure than the experience of the Transfiguration.

2. The confirmation view - The Transfiguration confirms the prophetic word.

3. The appropriate response to the Word.

a. Pay attention -

b. Analogy - “as to a lamp shining in a dark place”.

c. Duration - “until the day dawns and the morning star arises in your hearts”

B. THE INTERPRETATION OF PROPHECY (2 Peter 1:20).

1. No prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one’s own interpretation.

2. The apostles correctly interpret O.T. prophecy

C. THE DIVINE ORIGIN OF PROPHECY (2 Peter 1:21).

1. No prophecy comes by an act of human will.

2. Prophecy comes by men moved by the Spirit.

Conclusion

How should the second coming impact your life today?
How can we better treasure the inspired Word of God in our lives?