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 - August 11, 2000
Grappling With Life #3
From Series: "Grappling with Life"
We have the opportunity live as an example of Christ's life in the midst of hardship and trouble. Eph 6:12 says we wrestle with the cosmos. Attitude is everything. We are not a product of our environment or circumstances. This series reminds us set priorites and apply those priorities to be able to grapple with life on earth.