1. 2 Peter 2:17–22 (ESV)
  2. Key themes

Key themes for 2 Peter 2:17–22

2 Peter 2:17–22 (ESV)

17 These are waterless springs and mists driven by a storm. For them the gloom of utter darkness has been reserved.

  • Heretics frustrate Christian discipleship.

  • Heretics are in a dreadful position.

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