In his first letter, Peter taught his readers to endure external enemies with hope; 2nd Peter teaches the same audience to oppose internal enemies with knowledge of the truth. Apostasy within the church can be much more destructive and devastating than persecution against the church. Peter warns against the moral perversions and denial of Christ’s return that the false teachers propagate, then exhorts his readers to resist errors by growing in grace and knowledge. Knowledge is the prominent theme f this letter as the best antidote against heresies. Call (917) 889-9158