Enslaved by Freedom

In 2 Peter, the apostle contrasts true knowledge of Jesus Christ with the corrupting desires of the world. As I’ve studied this letter, I’ve seen how Peter builds his case through several interconnected themes that remain strikingly relevant for believers today. Warning Against False Teachers Peter writes to sound an alarm about false prophets who have arisen among the people. In 2 Peter 2:1, he warns that these teachers bring “destructive heresies” into the community. But what exactly makes their teaching so dangerous? The answer lies in their fundamental approach to life. These false teachers are “characterized by the corruption...