2 Peter 1:20

Most of all you should realize that no prophecy of scripture is a matter for interpretation based on the whims of an individual,

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Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation.

In Context

19We also have the confirming word of prophecy that's absolutely trustworthy, and you will benefit from paying close attention to it. It's like a lamp that shines in a dark place until the day dawns, and the morning star shines to illuminate your minds.

21for no prophecy originated in human ideas, but prophets spoke for God as they were moved by the Holy Spirit.

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Cross References

Romans 6:6We know that our old self was crucified with him to dispose of the dead body of sin so that we wouldn't be enslaved by sin any longer.

Romans 13:11You should do this because you realize how urgent the time is—that it's high time for you to wake up from your sleep. For salvation is closer to us now than when we first put our trust in God.

James 1:3because you know that endurance comes from dealing with challenges to your trust in God.

Matthew Henry on 2 Peter 1:20-21

Inspiration of the Scriptures. ( a. d. 67.) 19 We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts: 20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private interpretation. 21 For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. In these words the apostle lays down another argument to prove the… Read the whole commentary →

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