Daily Wisdom: 2 Peter 3:8

Monday, August 17, 2026

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 Monday, August 17, 2026

God's Holy Fire
A daily devotional about the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
'Nothing Else Matters!' (Jn. 6:63)
"[Jesus said,] "The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you — they are full of the Spirit and life.""
What Jesus Did!
A daily guide from the gospels that challenges readers to live for Jesus.
'Disciple Time' (Jn. 11:54)
"[Since the Jewish leaders were plotting his death,] Jesus stopped his public ministry among the people and left Jerusalem. He went to a place near the..."
Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'Taking Hold of Eternal Life' (1 Ti. 6:12-15)
"Dear Father, Lord of all lords, Enable me to take hold of the eternal life to which I was called when I made the good confession before many..."
Unstoppable!
A one-year devotional guide through the book of Acts.
'Strengthening Existing Churches' (Acts 16:1-5)
"Paul went first to Derbe and then to Lystra, where there was a young disciple named Timothy. His mother was a Jewish believer, but his father was a....."

About This Devotional

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

More Daily Wisdom