In this passage, Peter highlights the divine gifts given to Christians through faith in Jesus Christ.

This passage emphasizes the importance of being a faithful teacher who handles Scripture accurately and without shame.

2 Timothy 2:15 urges believers to study Scripture carefully and teach it faithfully.

Ecclesiastes 9:10 urges wholehearted work in the brief time we have, because the grave ends every plan, every skill, and every opportunity to labor.