1. God is holy and will judge everyone who does not repent. (v. 1-5)
- A terrible atrocity (v. 1-3)
- A tragic accident (v. 4-5)

2. God is merciful in delaying His righteous judgement so that all may repent. (v. 6-9)
- 2 Peter 3:9
- Conviction: I admit my sin (mind)
- Contrition: I hate my sin (emotions)
- Changing: I turn from my sin (will)