The doctrine of Christ’s return and God’s final judgment is one of the biblical doctrines that men love to deny. Since we know people like to accumulate teachers for themselves that preach in accordance with their own wicked desires, the market for false teachers who deny this doctrine is large and prosperous. It is true in our day, and it was true in Peter’s day. In 2 Peter 3:1-7, we see Peter return to a softer tone, but a no less poignant message as he turns his attention to this critical doctrine.
