Daily Wisdom: 2 Peter 3:8

Wednesday, August 17, 1960

But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.
— 2 Peter 3:8

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

5 Related Resources by Heartlight

God Wants All People to Turn to Him!
Devo: Spiritual Warfare
"But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: To the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years is as one day. The Lord is not slow....."
What My broken Clock Taught Me about Time
Article by Steve Ridgell
A broken clock reminded me that time is not about how it is measured. We expend quite a bit of energy measuring time. It is not really important how much time we have, but rather what we do with it.
Last Days
Devo: A Year with Jesus
"Dear Friend, In a few days, I will be leading you through My Revelation to John; it contains My message to the churches of Asia Minor — and to...."
We're Not There Yet!
Article by Phillip Morrison
Why does time move so much more quickly now that I'm older? Phillip Morrison shares ideas and input on our perception of aging and birthdays.
See All 5 Related Resources about 2 Peter 3:8

Illustration

Illustration of 2 Peter 3:8 — But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day.

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Wednesday, August 17, 1960

What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'God Is Spirit!' (Jn. 4:24)
"[Jesus concluded his response about worship,] "For God is Spirit, so those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth.""
Unstoppable!
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
'Jesus' Work Continues' (Acts 5:15-16)
"As a result of the apostles' work, sick people were brought out into the streets on beds and mats so that Peter's shadow might fall across some of..."
Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'The Attitude of Christ' (1 Co. 1:10-13)
"Dear Father, to whom I owe full obedience, Let my attitude be the same as that of Christ Jesus, who made himself nothing and obeyed you, even in the...."
A Year with Jesus
A devotional to help reclaim Jesus as the daily Lord of our lives.
'People Count Most!'
"Dear Disciple, I want you to see My example and hear My words in the verses below. They coalesce into one, simple, clear message: People count most! ..."

About This Devotional

Daily Wisdom is a free daily devotional for Christians featuring wise counsel found in Scripture.

More Daily Wisdom