2 Peter 3:13

But as for us, we are looking for new heavens and a new earth that God has promised where everything is good and right.

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In The King James Version

Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.

In Context

12waiting expectantly and being eager for the coming of the day of God. That day the heavens will catch fire and be destroyed, and the elements will melt in the heat.

14So, my friends, since you're anticipating these things, make sure you'll be found pure and blameless, and at peace with God.

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Cross References

Isaiah 65:17Look! I'm going to create new heavens and a new earth. The former things won't be remembered—they won't cross anyone's mind!

Revelation 21:1Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The first heaven and the first earth had disappeared, and the sea no longer existed.

Matthew Henry on 2 Peter 3:12-18

Solemn Exhortations. ( a. d. 67.) 11 Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, 12 Looking for and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat? 13 Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness. 14 Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent… Read the whole commentary →

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