2 Peter 1:16-19 (New International Version)
16We did not follow cleverly invented stories when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. 17For he received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to him from the Majestic Glory, saying, "This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased."a]">[a] 18We ourselves heard this voice that came from heaven when we were with him on the sacred mountain.
19And we have the word of the prophets made more certain, and you will do well to pay attention to it, as to a light shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.
----------Recently I met the general and the photographer who fought in the Battle of la Drang at the beginning of the Vietnam War. this battle was depicted in the movie We Were Soldiers. But as I talked with these veterans, the movie wasn't just a movie to me anymore; it was real life. Everything I heard was more dramatic because I knew these guys were actually there.
In this passage Peter reminds his readers that he was there. Everything they believed could be trusted because Peter is an eyewitness. What we believe isn't just a philosophy concocted by religious leader; it's the truth. Peter wanted the believers to know they could trust the Scripture. And Peter believed because he's seen things with his own eyes.
What are some of your experiences with Christ that remind you he's real?
Do you ever doubt the Scripture or choose not to believe?
How does this passage help you deal with those doubts?
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