◄ 2 Peter 2:14 ►
Their eyes are full of adultery; their desire for sin is never satisfied; they seduce the unstable. They are accursed children with hearts trained in greed. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Peter 2:14? 2. How can we guard against having "eyes full of adultery" in our lives? 3. What does "entice unstable souls" teach about the influence of false teachers? 4. How does 2 Peter 2:14 relate to warnings in 1 Timothy 4:1-2? 5. What steps can we take to avoid a "heart trained in greed"? 6. How can we support others to resist the allure of false teachings? 7. What does "having eyes full of adultery" mean in 2 Peter 2:14? 8. How does 2 Peter 2:14 describe false teachers' impact on believers? 9. Why are false teachers described as "accursed children" in 2 Peter 2:14? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Peter 2? 11. Can angels commit sin? 12. What does the Bible say about adultery and offspring? 13. Why did God punish David and Bathsheba's child? 14. 1 Peter 2:8: Does applying Isaiah's prophecy here conflict with the prophet's original context or meaning? Discussion Questions 1. How can we identify false teachings within the church today, and what steps can we take to protect ourselves and others from them? 2. In what ways can we strengthen our faith to avoid being among the "unstable" mentioned in 2 Peter 2:14? 3. Reflect on a time when you were tempted to follow a path that seemed appealing but was contrary to God's Word. How did you respond, and what did you learn from the experience? 4. How can we support and encourage those in our community who may be struggling with their faith or are vulnerable to deception? 5. What practical steps can we take to ensure that our eyes and hearts remain focused on God, rather than being drawn away by sinful desires? 2 Peter 2 Bible Study Questions 1. How can you identify false teachers or prophets in today's society? 2. How does Peter's description of God's judgment on sin resonate with you personally? 3. Why do you think Peter used historical examples of divine judgment in his discourse? 4. How can the example of Noah and Lot guide us in navigating moral challenges in the present day? 5. How do false teachers exploit believers according to Peter, and how is this applicable to our current society? 6. Peter mentioned that these false teachers promise freedom but are slaves of depravity. What does this mean and how can you apply this understanding in your daily life? 7. How does God's protection of the righteous manifest in your life? 8. In what ways does the contemporary world mirror the depravity of Sodom and Gomorrah, and how can we counteract this? 9. How does understanding the punishments of false prophets impact your approach to discerning truth from falsehood? 10. How can the consequences of following false doctrines highlighted in 2 Peter 2 guide us in making better decisions? 11. How might you use the teachings of this chapter to counter false teachings in your community? 12. What does it mean to be a "preacher of righteousness" like Noah in today's world? 13. How can we avoid being "exploited with fabricated stories" as warned by Peter? 14. How can we apply the lessons from God's judgement on the fallen angels to maintaining faithfulness to God? 15. What actions can we take to avoid being misled by false teachings? 16. How does this chapter illuminate the nature of God's justice and mercy? 17. How can Peter’s warning influence the way we consume information in our daily lives? 18. What role does discernment play in combating the influence of false teachers? 19. In what ways does Peter's description of false teachers' fate assure you about God's ultimate justice? 20. What practical steps can you take to deepen your understanding of God's word to better shield yourself from false teachings? Links 2 Peter 2:14 NIV 2 Peter 2:14 NLT 2 Peter 2:14 ESV 2 Peter 2:14 NASB 2 Peter 2:14 KJV 2 Peter 2:14 Commentaries Bible Hub