FBCOpelika An Introduction: Purpose
Mar 24, 2025
Explore the rich themes of 2 Peter as the speaker highlights the importance of understanding divine purpose. Delve into the virtues of patience and charity necessary for spiritual growth, emphasizing community support. Listen to a transformative journey of faith that inspires reflection on personal spiritual development. The call to faith and renewal encourages all believers to actively engage in their faith journeys, fostering a deeper connection to Jesus through prayer and forgiveness.
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Partaking in Divine Nature
- God's purpose is for us to partake in His divine nature, not to become God.
- This means reflecting God's character and escaping worldly corruption.
Sanctification as a Process
- Salvation is an event, but sanctification is a process of becoming more like Jesus.
- This process involves adding virtues to our faith, like knowledge, temperance, and patience.
Spiritual Self-Reflection
- Reflect on your spiritual growth by examining areas like virtue, knowledge, and temperance.
- Use the Bible to gain knowledge and remove sin through temperance, leading to patience and godliness.