There are truly some amazing truths in the opening verses of 2 Peter. We learn that God has provided (past tense) every follower of Jesus with Complete Spiritual Resources along with Precious and Magnificent Promises. It's truly a "drop the mic" truth. Let's zoom in on that truth. Right click on audio player to download mp3 or to change listening speed
Be Diligent to Grow ~ 2 Peter 1
Be Diligent to Grow ~ 2 Peter 1: Born to Grow! – 1:5-11
Spiritual growth is NOT automatic. It is tragic to remain a spiritual baby for any length of time. We were born (spiritually) to grow! Plus, there are practical benefits to growing spiritually. Right click on audio player to download mp3 or to change listening speed
Be Diligent to Grow ~ 2 Peter 1: Be Strengthened! – 1:12-18
Just like the Apostle Peter, everyone of us has the potential to experience a spiritual collapse, a detour off into the spiritual weeds. A key preventative is the safeguard of remembering and reminding ourselves of what God has done and has provided for us. Right click on audio player to download mp3 or to change listening speed
Be Diligent to Grow ~ 2 Peter 1: Treasure the Scripture! – 1:19-21
Treasuring the Scripture is something every follower of Jesus, every family, every church, and every spiritual training center should and must do. Key questions for each and every generation are: 1) Will we embrace the Scripture as God's Word? 2) Will we keep the gospel a priority? Right click on audio player to download mp3 or to change listening speed