The Paul Tripp Podcast 990. Men of Faith (Part 3)
Dec 9, 2025
In the final session of a teaching series on faith, the discussion highlights the power of thankfulness in a man's spiritual journey. Paul Tripp dives into 2 Peter 1, offering insights on spiritual health and the importance of character qualities in fruitful living. He explores the reasons behind unfruitfulness among believers, emphasizing that virtues are divine gifts rather than mere moral victories. The transformative effects of gratitude are examined, with a call to remember one's identity in Christ and pursue the blessings already bestowed.
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Actively Grow Godly Character
- Pursue and cultivate the character qualities Peter lists: faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love.
- Make every effort to supplement each quality so your life becomes effective and fruitful in Christ.
All You Need Has Already Been Given
- 2 Peter 1:3 teaches God's divine power has already granted believers everything needed for life and godliness.
- This provision is present-tense empowerment to live a God-honoring life here and now, not only a future promise.
The $50M Inheritance Illustration
- Paul Tripp uses a parable of inheriting $50 million to show how absurd it is to live like you're poor when you already possess wealth.
- The story illustrates gospel amnesia: having riches in Christ but failing to take them out and use them.