Grace to the End - Part1

. . . knowing this first of all, that scoffers will come in the last days with scoffing, following their own sinful desires. They will say, “Where is the promise of his coming? For ever since the fathers fell asleep, all things are continuing as they were from the beginning of creation.” --2 Peter 3:3-4 (ESV) Talking about eschatology brings out all sorts of different ideas and emotions. Some people are excited to figure out the puzzle. Some start scanning the headlines. Some begin to question and fear that they are not ready. Some are hoping it doesn’t come anytime soon because they have more to do. Others are just confused or even frustrated. How about you? This week we begin to unfold 2 Peter 3. In this passage, Peter turns back to his brothers and sisters. He wants to comfort and encourage them with what is to come. I want to approach this text a little differently than you may have heard it in the past, but still take a few minutes to read ahead.