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2 Peter 3:18

2 Peter 3:18
But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever . Amen.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

But grow in grace,.... In the gifts of grace, which, under a divine blessing, may be increased by using them: gifts neglected decrease, but stirred up and used, are improved and increase. And though…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

But grow in grace - Compare Col 1:10. Religion in general is often represented as “grace,” since every part of it is the result of grace, or of unmerited favor; and to “grow in grace” is to increase…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

But grow in grace - Increase in the image and favor of God; every grace and Divine influence which ye have received is a seed, a heavenly seed, which, if it be watered with the dew of heaven from…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

2 Peter 3:11-18

The apostle, having instructed them in the doctrine of Christ's second coming,

I. Takes occasion thence to exhort them to purity and godliness in their whole conversation: all the truths which are…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ The final thought of the Epistle, like that with which it opened, is the growth of the Christian life. Here, as there…