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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 5: 2 Peter 3

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Summary of 2 Peter 3

2 Peter 3:1-10:  Peter is imploring the people to wholesome thinking.  In the last days, scoffers will come, skeptical and evil, questioning God, forgetting the creation.  The world was destroyed in the flood and the day of judgment will come when the world will be destroyed by fire.

The Lord’s time is not our time; a thousand years are like a day. He is patient, giving everyone a chance to repent.  But the Day of Judgment will come, and everything will be destroyed.

You should live holy and godly lives until a new heaven and earth come. Be spotless, blameless, and at peace with God. Be on your guard so that you do not fall away.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 5: 2 Peter 3

13a) Peter encourages us to wholesome thinking. wholesome thinking. He wants us to recall the words spoken in the past by the holy prophets and the command given by our Lord and Savior through your apostles. This is important because we must be ready for when Jesus comes again, and the devil is perpetually looking to trip us up and make us fall.

b) Those who do not believe in Jesus are wont to commit sins without repentance or caring. They justify their actions no matter whom they hurt. They act this way because they are slaves to the flesh, to themselves, to what feels good at the time, and to the devil. They have no moral compass as to what is right or wrong.

c) With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. It means that His time is not our time. We must have patience for God to do His thing for us.

14) The day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells.

15a) We should live holy and godly lives. Be spotless, blameless, and at peace with God. This is accomplished by staying close to God and Jesus: praying, going to church and Bible study, surrounding yourself with believing friends, reading the Bible, and relying on God for everything.

b) He is encouraging me to keep going; to keep fighting the fight for Him. And, He is encouraging me to do His will for my life. He is encouraging me to explore more His will.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 5: 2 Peter 3

I love how we are to stay close to God even though we know where we are going and are saved. We still must be vigilant in our walk with Jesus, and we are to be patient with events that happen in our lives.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 5: 2 Peter 3

There are always those who doubt Jesus who don’t put him first in their lives.

Days can seem long to us, but they are mere hours to God. Nothing limits God, not even time.

God will keep His promises and come again once all have a chance to turn to Him.

Jesus will come quickly when he does come. We should live with this in mind, seeking God and righteousness.

Peter says we can hasten Jesus’ coming by being holy and through evangelism and prayer.

We must be careful that the Scriptures aren’t twisted by others.

We must always be abiding in Jesus and striving to grow our relationship with him. That is our calling. By continually growing in our walk with Jesus, we won’t fall.

We live differently and share the Gospel, so others can as well.

“Amen” is praising God and His blessings. It is an entreatment and a prayer at all at once. How powerful!

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 4: Joel 2:28-3:21

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Summary of Joel 2:28-3:21

God will pour out His Spirit with repentance. God will show wonders, and everyone who calls on the Lord will be saved.

On the day of the Lord, the nations will be judged. The fortunes of Judah and Jerusalem shall be restored. Israel’s enemies will have returned upon them what they have done to God’s people. God will sell their sons and daughters to the people of Judah who will sell them to a far off land.

The people must prepare for war, for the day of the Lord is near. The Lord will be a refuge for His people, a stronghold. They will know He is God, and Jerusalem shall be holy.

Judah’s enemies shall be desolate, while Israel blooms with blessings.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 4: Joel 2:28-3:21

10a) Peter repeats Joel verbatim, saying God will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days.

b) I think because we humans can see these changes, which can cause us to more readily believe and understand that Jesus is coming. Matthew 24:30 says that these are the signs of Man and that all the people of the earth will mourn when they see him coming down. It’s a warning and a sign.

11a) The Holy Spirit created the Earth. The Spirit marks us as God’s when we accept Jesus as our Savior. He guides and protects us, too. The Bible was written by prophets who were inspired by the Holy Spirit. In essence, the Holy Spirit/God has worked throughout all of history and continues to do so to this day.

b) There is just a peace that I experience that’s hard to define when I am troubled. I know God’s got it, and I believe that’s the power of the Holy Spirit at play.

12a) Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. It means my future is sealed. I am to forever dwell with the Lord after this earthly life, and it will be amazing!

b) Joel promises that no matter how much we sin, we are forgiven if we just rely on the Lord. God will reward us. This offers extreme comfort in hard times.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 4: Joel 2:28-3:21

It’s a great reminder that the Holy Spirit is always with you, acting through you, for God’s will.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 4: Joel 2:28-3:21

The people will ultimately be restored and blessed. God’s Spirit will be poured out on all after Jesus. Peter points to how Joel’s prophecy here was fulfilled on the Day of Pentecost after Jesus’ death.

The Holy Spirit is poured out on all who believe and receive.

The Holy Spirit is the author of Scripture.

Joel 3 discusses the Last Days. Technically, we are in the Last Days, which were ushered in with Jesus’ death.

Bringing back the captives of Judah and Jerusalem refers to the return of the Jews from Babylonian exile.

God will gather the nations for the final battle (Revelation 16:12-16).

God does not like it when others mistreat His people. He will retaliate against those that do. There will be a war with no hope of the other side prevailing.

It will be tragic, but God will be a shelter for His people. There will be abundance. God’s people will be forgiven.

Joel begins with a plague of locusts and ends with a promise of restoration. How great is our God!

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 3: Joel 2:12-27

by atozmom, posted in BSF Revelation: The Hope 2024/2025

Summary of Joel 2:12-27

The Lord asks His people to return to him. He is forgiving and he may relent and even bless those who do turn to Him. Everyone should gather and declare a holy fast, and ask the Lord to spare them.

God pitied His people when they did repent. He promised to provide for His people and never again make them an object of scorn to the nations. He will drive away their enemies.

Joel tells the people to not be afraid for the Lord has done great things. He will restore His people, feed them, bless them. He will be their God. They will never again be shamed.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 3: Joel 2:12-27

6a) Return to Him. Repent. Declare a holy fast, call a sacred assembly, gather the people, and pray to God to spare them and not make them an object of scorn.

b) Ancient Hebrew people would rend (or tear) their garments as an extreme sign of mourning. Here, God is saying to repent and change their hearts, not just make a show of repentance. This takes place by truly repenting before God and changing your ways to be like God’s and not your own.

7) Gracious, compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in love, gives blessings, jealous for His land. I would say gracious speaks to me today. I am always in need of grace for I am a sinner, I sin every day, and I need His forgiveness to keep pressing forward in this world.

8a) God pitied His people. He promised to provide for His people, sending new wine and olive oil, and never again make them an object of scorn to the nations. He will drive away their enemies.

b) God will restore His people and all that they lost during the period of judgment that God brought upon his people (a plague of locusts). He will give them back a time of abundance. Believers today can take heart that God will restore you even when you experience a setback or difficult times. God can give back anything that has been taken from you. God is omnipotent and the One in control. God can do anything.

9) With all of the many blessings He has given me and the directions my life continues to take.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 3:2:12-27

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE how good God is! He takes away but he gives back. So amazing, especially when we are so undeserving!

Reminds me of Matt Redman’s song “Blessed Be Your Name” with the lines that say “You give and take away”

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 3: Joel 2:12-27

God requires heartfelt repentance, not just an outward sign of tearing your clothes. This is out of the goodness and mercy of God, knowing that He will forgive you.

Leaders of the church should lead people into repentance.

God will restore prosperity and defeat enemies if one repents. God restores what He has taken away.

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BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 2: Joel 1:1-2:11

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Summary of Joel 1:1-2:11

God spoke to Joel about the day of the Lord. On that day, an invasion of locusts that have eaten everything, an army that invades and lays waste to everything, and the fields, grain, and wine are ruined and ground up.  He tells the people to lament and call upon God. For the day will come like destruction. There will be no food. All, even the sheep and cows, will suffer.

On the day of the Lord, an army will come. The day will be black. Fire will devour everything. They will resemble horses making loud noises like chariots. They will rush upon the cities. The earth will shake, the heavens will tremble, the sun and moon will be darkened, and the stars will no longer shine. The Lord thunders at the head of his army. They are mighty and innumerable. The day of the Lord is great and dreadful.

BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 2: Joel 1:1-2:11

3) On the day of the Lord, an invasion of locusts that have eaten everything, an army that invades and lays waste to everything, and the fields, grain, and wine are ruined and ground up.  He tells the people to lament and call upon God. For the day will come like destruction. There will be no food. All, even the sheep and cows, will suffer.

On the day of the Lord, an army will come. The day will be black. Fire will devour everything. They will resemble horses making loud noises like chariots. They will rush upon the cities. The earth will shake, the heavens will tremble, the sun and moon will be darkened, and the stars will no longer shine. The Lord thunders at the head of his army. They are mighty and innumerable. The day of the Lord is great and dreadful.

4) Mankind’s repeated sin and disobedience to God. Bible scholars believe around this time that God was angry with the king and queen at this time.

5) There have been many times of desolation in my life. Where I felt alone and forlorn, helpless and scared. I prayed to God for only He can comfort me and reassure me. I just tried to take it one day at a time and get through day-by-day.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 2: Joel 1:1-2:11

Judah’s day of the Lord did not seem fun. While the final day of the Lord may seem scary, and going through it does not seem like fun, what lies on the other side will be worth it!

End Notes BSF Study Questions Revelation: The Hope Lesson 11, Day 2: Joel 1:1-2:11

Dating when Joel lived and prophesized has been debated amongst Bible scholars because there are no time references in the book. Bible scholars say that Joel was believed to have been a prophet between the ninth century to the third century B.C. His book is the Second book of the Minor Prophets. He was speaking to the kingdom of Judah. He was an early prophet.

Joel was announcing a coming time of famine and ruin to Judah. The people should mourn over this and repent.

In Joel 1, the day of the Lord refers to the present judgment of Judah by God (locusts and drought). This is their punishment.

The ultimate day of the Lord is when Jesus will return to earth, ushering in His kingdom and bringing the final judgment.

Joel 2 describes the coming judgment of Judah — a mighty army and offers a hope of blessing for those who trust God.

Many Bible scholars believe that the judgment that Joel 2 describes did not happen because the people repented under the new king, Joash.

The army was sent by God who controls everything.

Fun Fact: Nearly 1/3 of the book of Joel is quoted by prophets who came after him.

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BSF Study Questions People of the Promise: Kingdom Divided Lesson 11, Day 4: 2 Chronicles 7:14

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2 Chronicles 7:14

If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.

BSF Study Questions People of the Promise: Kingdom Divided Lesson 11, Day 4: 2 Chronicles 7:14

8a) 17 Old Testament books. 18 if you count the Book of Revelation

b) Moses, Joshua, Elijah, Elisha

9a) The details of the encounter: “I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying.” I love Isaiah’s answer: Here am I! That should be all of our responses to God’s call on our lives.

b) “Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord. “I have put my words in your mouth.” The details here of what God said. I think we all want God to call us in this fashion!

10) The truth of their prophecies lend them credibility for current people and future generations so that they can be believed. Speaking into current situations grabs people’s attention and is a chance to bring more people to God. Both reinforce the truths of God, His word, and His chosen prophets.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions People of the Promise: Kingdom Divided Lesson 11, Day 4: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Another great lesson on following God’s words and calling for your life.

End Notes BSF Study Questions People of the Promise: Kingdom Divided Lesson 11, Day 4: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Humble yourself, pray and repent, seeking God’s face. Turn your heart and your life over to God. God will hear and forgive you if you do.

Major Prophets

  1. Isaiah
  2. Jeremiah
  3. Lamentations
  4. Ezekiel
  5. Daniel

Minor Prophets:

  1. Hosea
  2. Joel
  3. Amos
  4. Obadiah
  5. Jonah
  6. Micah
  7. Nahum
  8. Habakkuk
  9. Zephaniah
  10. Haggai
  11. Zechariah
  12. Malachi

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BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 5: Genesis 18:1-15

by atozmom, posted in BSF Genesis 2020/2021

Summary of Genesis 18:1-15:

The Lord appeared to Abraham among three visitors one day while Abraham was resting in the heat of the day.  When Abraham saw these men, he hurried to greet them and bowed low, knowing one was God for he says, “my lord” while addressing them. Abraham entreats them to stay, and he washes their feet and brings food and drink for their comfort. They agree to stay.

Abraham bustles about, hurrying the preparations of bread, meat, and milk (it is God). The men ask Abraham where is Sarah. God Himself tells Abraham (again) that Sarah will have a child this time next year.

Sarah who was eavesdropping laughs, believing she is worn out. God, of course, hears Sarah and asks Abraham directly, “Is anything too hard for the Lord?” Then God says He will return this time next year and Sarah will have a son.

Then Sarah denies she laughed out of fear.

BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 5: Genesis 18:1-15

14a) They may not have invited the men to stay, nor feed them a meal. He selected the best calf to slaughter and brought curds and milk and baked bread. They both did the work themselves instead of servants, and we sense urgency in Abraham’s doings, indicating he knew his guests were special.

b) Personal Question. My answer: Attitude and joy, mainly. I either begrudge every moment and have a miserable time, or I have a good time and feel joy.

15) The first thing they ask is where is Sarah, so their visit was to confirm to Sarah that she would have a son. God says that when He returns, Sarah will have a son.

16) Because God heard Sarah laugh and knew she had.

17) Sarah had to believe God. We must believe God. God blesses (Luke 1:45) and rewards those who have faith (Hebrews 11:6; 11) Without faith you can’t please God.

BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 5: Genesis 18:1-15

I love how God includes Sarah and makes sure she understands and has faith in this culture where women did not matter. This shows God loves all equally.

BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 5: Genesis 18:1-15

It is possible that Sarah never conceived earlier because she never had faith in God’s promise.

Bible scholars believe this was only 3 months since the last time God appeared because Sarah is not pregnant yet.

Here we literally see the Triune God, appearing as 3 men. So cool!

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We’ve seen Mamre a lot so far in the Bible

Abraham knew it was God. At what point, we are unsure. Did God appear the same? No one knows. He could have changed his appearance at will.

Note God called Sarah by her new name. (Genesis 17:15-16).

God says His promise over and over again because dumb humans need to hear it over and over again, albeit this appearance was for Sarah, not Abraham.  Genesis 17:17-22

Romans 10:17:  “Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ”

Both knew they’d have a son only be God’s miraculous hand, which may have been why they had to wait so long because God wanted to make it clear it was a miracle.

Doubt Versus Faith

As time passes and things don’t happen in our lives as we believe they should, we doubt as we see here with Sarah and Abraham. During their childbearing years, they believed. Now, it’s hard for them to do so.

Great commentary on the tree and this passage HERE

Some scholars think Abraham and Sarah were not having sex for whatever reason so God needed to reinforce His will personally, which is why He appears here.  In other words, they did not believe God (they were doubting His word) and were doing nothing to fulfill God’s will for their lives.

God heard Sarah’s laugh. We should remember God hears everything. God does not punish them for their unbelief. God is faithful to His promises despite our doubt (2 Timothy 2:13). He never abandons us like we do Him.

Hard is the same Hebrew word for wonderful in Isaiah 9:6 referring to Christ.

God talks to Abraham about Sarah’s doubt since he is the head of the household. He is responsible for her faith, or, in this case, her unbelief.

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BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 4: Genesis 17:15-22

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Summary of Genesis 17:15-22:

God tells Abraham that he will have a son by this time next year whom the covenant will be established with and who will be the father of many nations and kings. He renames Sarai, Sarah. Abraham laughed at the prospect of being a father at age 100 and Sarah a mother at age 90. God will bless Ismael and make him the father of 12 rulers and a great nation. Then God left.

BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 4: Genesis 17:15-22

10) God renames both, He tells them the will be a father/mother of nations and kings, and God blesses them.

11a) He is specific. God says He will give Abraham a son by her (Sarah, so not someone else). By blessing Sarah this time as well as Abraham, it’s clear they are the parents who will have the child together.

b) Abraham does not believe God here (funny, since he immediately gets every circumcised) and suggests Ishmael be the one. Instead, God tells Abraham that Sarah will bear the son and his name will be Isaac. He elaborates, saying he will be the one whom he establishes his covenant with, not Ishmael.

12) Personal Question. My answer. I wait for clarity in some way when it is unclear. I pray for clarity. I don’t act in haste.

13) It’s the first time God has given them a time frame. Before it was “some day” you’ll have a child. Now, it’s definitive. This is probably comforting for them, after they get done laughing at God.

Conclusions BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 4: Genesis 17:15-22

I want God to give me a new name. It’s funny how one second, Abraham is totally in with circumcision, but the child thing, Abraham is doubtful. I’d hope if God/Jesus ever appeared to me, I would take them seriously.

End Notes BSF Study Questions Genesis: Lesson 11, Day 4: Genesis 17:15-22

Sarah is a minor change, and it just gives her a higher status.

Abraham doubted as shown by his laughter. Some Bible scholars think this was a rejoicing laugh; others think not. You can decide. Sarah for sure did not believe God (she even lies about it in Genesis 18:15). I think Abraham doubhted.

God does not forget Ishael, but He makes it clear Isaac is the one. Isaac, meaning laughter, would forever be a reminder of their doubt and their joy.