2 Peter 3:13

but we look for ‘new heavens and a new earth,’ where righteousness shall have its home, in fulfilment of the promise of God.

Twentieth Century New Testament

In The King James Version

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

In Context

12while you await and hasten the coming of the Day of God. At its coming the heavens will be dissolved in fire, and the elements melted by heat,

14Therefore, dear friends, in expectation of these things, make every effort to be found by him spotless, blameless, and at peace.

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Cross References

Revelation 21:1Then I saw new heavens and a new earth. The former heavens and the former earth had passed away; and the sea has ceased to be.

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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