2 Peter 1:21
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Peter 1:21 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Peter 1:21 is a verse from the book of 2 Peter in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Peter 1:21 — KJV
“For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost. in old time: or, at any time”
— 2 Peter 1:21 (KJV)
2 Peter 1:21 in Context — About the Book of 2 Peter
2 Peter is a dying apostle's reminder service: God's divine power has already given us everything needed for life and godliness through precious promises. It warns against scoffers and false teachers, explains the Lord's patience — not slow but not willing that any perish — and calls us to grow in grace.
Cross-References for 2 Peter 1:21
“And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.”
Shares key themes with 2 Peter 1:21: old, holy, god
“For after this manner in the old time the holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves, being in subjection unto their own husbands:”
Shares key themes with 2 Peter 1:21: old, time, holy
“There were giants in the earth in those days; and also after that, when the sons of God came in unto the daughters of men, and they bare children to them, the same became mighty men which were of old, men of renown.”
Shares key themes with 2 Peter 1:21: came, old, men
“And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phichol the chief captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God is with thee in all that thou doest:”
Shares key themes with 2 Peter 1:21: came, time, god
“And they came, both men and women, as many as were willing hearted, and brought bracelets, and earrings, and rings, and tablets, all jewels of gold: and every man that offered offered an offering of gold unto the LORD.”
Shares key themes with 2 Peter 1:21: came, old, men
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