The theme of 2nd Peter is the great need for personal spiritual growth in a time when false teachers and teachings were infiltrating the early church (2Pe 1:5 with 2Pe 3:18). Key words/phrases relevant to spiritual growth are “grace and peace,” which can be “multiplied” as we grow in the “knowledge” of our Lord, and exercise due “diligence” in the practice of spiritual “love.” As a method of instruction, Peter emphasizes the necessity of reminder and repetition (2Pe 1:12-13, 2Pe 1:15, 2Pe 3:1-2).
Gene Cunningham - June 9, 2003
Ephesians #27
Nan gives an India mission report. Jude writes to contend for the faith. "Hating even the garment soiled (defiled) by the flesh" and "look to Him who is able to keep you from falling" Jud 1:20-25 We need to change our clothes often - lay aside our garments, conduct - which means repentance and confession (Eph 4:22) to be "renewed in the spirit" (Eph 4:23). "Put on" the new man means the new creature God "created in Righteousness", and speaks truth (Eph 4:24-25).
Scripture References: Ephesians 4:24-25, Ephesians 4:23, Ephesians 4:22, Jude 1:20-25
From Series: "Ephesians"
More than any book Ephesians reveals the blessings from God based on our relationship with Jesus Christ by grace through faith. Eph 1:3 is the a key verse. Other key verses by chapter include Eph 2:8 Eph 3:19 Eph 4:1 Eph 5:18 and Eph 6:10-11.