10 (NIV) But the day of
the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear
with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the
earth and everything in it will be laid bare. 11 Since
everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people
ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives
12 as you look forward to the day of God and speed its
coming. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens
by fire, and the elements will melt in the heat. 13 But
in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new
heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness. 14
So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to
this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless
and at peace with him. 15 Bear in mind that our Lord's
patience means salvationÉ