Dear friends, this is already the second letter I have written you, in which I am trying to stir up your pure mind by way of reminder:

to knowledge, self-control; to self-control, perseverance; to perseverance, godliness;

Indeed, I will also make every effort that, after my departure, you have a testimony of these things.

I want you to recall both the predictions foretold by the holy prophets and the commandment of the Lord and Savior through your apostles.

Now, dear friends, do not let this one thing escape your notice, that a single day is like a thousand years with the Lord and a thousand years are like a single day.

And regard the patience of our Lord as salvation, just as also our dear brother Paul wrote to you, according to the wisdom given to him,

Therefore, dear friends, since you have been forewarned, be on your guard that you do not get led astray by the error of these unprincipled men and fall from your firm grasp on the truth.