2 Peter 1:11 - Partakers of the Divine Nature

and you will receive
This phrase emphasizes the certainty of the promise. The assurance given here is rooted in the faithfulness of God, who fulfills His promises. The use of "will" indicates a future event that is guaranteed for believers who are diligent in their faith and practice. This assurance is consistent with the biblical theme of God's faithfulness, as seen in passages like Philippians 1:6, which speaks of God completing the good work He began in believers.

a lavish reception
The term "lavish" suggests abundance and generosity, indicating that the reception into the kingdom is not merely an entry but a grand welcome. This reflects the biblical imagery of a heavenly banquet or celebration, as seen in the parable of the wedding feast in Matthew 22:1-14. The concept of a lavish reception also aligns with the cultural practices of the time, where hospitality and honor were shown through extravagant feasts and celebrations.

into the eternal kingdom
The "eternal kingdom" refers to the everlasting reign of God, which is both a present reality and a future hope. This kingdom is characterized by righteousness, peace, and joy, as described in Romans 14:17. The eternal nature of the kingdom underscores its permanence and contrasts with the temporary nature of earthly kingdoms. This phrase also connects to the prophetic visions of the kingdom in Daniel 7:14, where the Son of Man is given an everlasting dominion.

of our Lord and Savior
This dual title for Jesus emphasizes both His authority and His role in salvation. "Lord" denotes His divine sovereignty and right to rule, while "Savior" highlights His work of redemption. This combination of titles is a common New Testament theme, affirming the deity of Christ and His mission to save humanity, as seen in passages like Titus 2:13.

Jesus Christ
The name "Jesus" means "Yahweh saves," reflecting His mission to save His people from their sins (Matthew 1:21). "Christ" is the Greek equivalent of the Hebrew "Messiah," meaning "Anointed One." This title signifies Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies concerning the coming Messiah, who would establish God's kingdom and bring salvation to the world. The acknowledgment of Jesus as both Lord and Christ is central to the apostolic preaching, as seen in Acts 2:36.

Persons / Places / Events

1. Peter
The apostle Peter, one of Jesus' closest disciples, is the author of this epistle. He writes to encourage believers in their faith and to warn against false teachings.

2. Jesus Christ
Referred to as "our Lord and Savior," Jesus is central to the promise of the eternal kingdom. His life, death, and resurrection are the foundation of Christian faith.

3. Eternal Kingdom
This refers to the everlasting reign of God, where believers will dwell with Him forever. It is a central hope in Christian eschatology.

4. Believers
The recipients of Peter's letter, who are encouraged to grow in their faith and virtues to ensure their entrance into the eternal kingdom.

5. False Teachers
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of 2 Peter includes warnings against those who distort the truth of the Gospel.

Teaching Points

Assurance of Salvation
The promise of a "lavish reception" assures believers of their secure place in God's eternal kingdom through faith in Jesus Christ.

Growth in Virtue
Peter emphasizes the importance of growing in Christian virtues (2 Peter 1:5-7) as evidence of our faith and readiness for the kingdom.

Eternal Perspective
Keeping our focus on the eternal kingdom helps us navigate the challenges and temptations of this world with hope and perseverance.

Guarding Against False Teachings
Understanding the truth of the Gospel and the promise of the kingdom helps protect against deceptive doctrines.

Living with Purpose
Knowing our ultimate destination should inspire us to live purposefully, reflecting Christ's love and truth in our daily lives.

Lists and Questions

Top 10 Lessons from 2 Peter 1Who were Rehoboam and Jeroboam in biblical history?What did Jesus mean by 'least in the kingdom'?Some argue 2 Peter 1 contradicts other scriptures by emphasizing human effort (“make every effort” in verse 5) within salvation; how is this tension resolved?If Jesus is the foundation of the church in other parts of the New Testament, why does Matthew 16:18 single out Peter's role, and how is that not inconsistent?

(11) An entrance shall be ministered unto you.--"Ministered" is the passive of the same verb that is translated "add" in 2Peter 1:5, and is probably chosen to answer to 2Peter 1:5. "Supply these graces, and an entrance into the kingdom shall be abundantly supplied to you"--"abundantly," i.e., with a warm welcome, as to a son coming home in triumph; not a bare grudging admission, as to a stranger.

Thus ends the first main section of the Epistle, which contains the substance of the whole. Its gentle earnestness and obvious harmony with the First Epistle have made some critics ready to admit its genuineness, who throw doubt on much of the rest. But if it stands it carries with it all the rest. Change of style is amply accounted for by change to a new and exciting subject; and the links between the parts are too strong to be severed by any such considerations. (See opening observations in the Introduction.)

The first sections of the two Epistles should be carefully compared. In both we find these thoughts pervading the opening exhortation: Be earnest, be active; for (1) so much has been done for you, and (2) there is such a rich reward in store for you. (Comp. especially the conclusions of the two sections, 1Peter 1:13 with 2Peter 1:10-11.)

Verse 11. - For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly; rather, as in the Revised Version, for thus shall be richly supplied unto you the entrance. The verb ἐπ῞ιχορηγηθήσεται looks back to ἐπιχορηγήσατε in verse 5, and "richly" to "abound" in verse 8. If we do our poor best in supplying the graces mentioned above, the entrance shall be richly supplied. St. Peter seems to imply that there will be degrees of glory hereafter proportioned to our faithfulness in the use of God's gifts here. The adverb "richly" is fitly joined with the verb ἐπιχορηγεῖν, which signifies properly to provide the expenses for a chorus. The article defines the entrance as the great object of the Christian's hope. Into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ; rather, the eternal kingdom. Notice the exact correspondence of the Greek words here, τοῦ Κυρίου ἡμῶν καὶ Σωτῆρος Ἰησοῦ Ξριστοῦ, with these in verse 2, τοῦ Θεοῦ ἡμῶν καὶ Σωτῆρος Ἰησοῦ Ξριστοῦ, as a strong argument in favour of the translation, "Our God and Saviour Jesus Christ," in that verse. Parallel Commentaries ...

Greek

and
γὰρ (gar)
Conjunction
Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason.

you
ὑμῖν (hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

will receive
ἐπιχορηγηθήσεται (epichorēgēthēsetai)
Verb - Future Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 2023: From epi and choregeo; to furnish besides, i.e. Fully supply, aid or contribute.

a lavish
πλουσίως (plousiōs)
Adverb
Strong's 4146: Richly, abundantly. Adverb from plousios; copiously.

reception
εἴσοδος (eisodos)
Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular
Strong's 1529: (act of) entering, an entrance, entry. From eis and hodos; an entrance.

into
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

the
τὴν (tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

eternal
αἰώνιον (aiōnion)
Adjective - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 166: From aion; perpetual.

kingdom
βασιλείαν (basileian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 932: From basileus; properly, royalty, i.e. rule, or a realm.

of our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

Lord
Κυρίου (Kyriou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

Savior
Σωτῆρος (Sōtēros)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 4990: A savior, deliverer, preserver. From sozo; a deliverer, i.e. God or Christ.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

Christ.
Χριστοῦ (Christou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

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