As he approached his death, Peter announced in 2 Peter 1:12-18 his purpose of ensuring that Christians would always be able to recall the truths of the gospel.
In preparation for coming calamity, the prophet made plans to rejoice in the Lord.
From all of eternity God held a secret, which he finally revealed through his church to all the heavenly beings.
Christians need to learn to speak with joy, listen with discernment, and grow in grace.