Peter then gave straightforward counsel, based on the fact of our “awaiting, ” or keeping our hope alive for, this promised new world:“ Hence, beloved ones, since you are awaiting these things, do your utmost to be found finally by him spotless and unblemished and in peace. ” ​ — 2 Pet.
Peetrus andis seejärel otsekohest nõu ’ ootamise ’ kohta, selle kohta, kuidas tõotatud uue maailma lootust elavana hoida.