A CALL TO HOLY LIVING: 2 Peter 1

1.   The things we need for faith, life, and godliness (v. 3)

·                     The righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ (v. 1)

·                     Precious and great promises (v. 4)

·                    The things that support faith (vv. 5-7)

·                     Confirmation of our call and election (v. 10)

2.   The dangers we face

·                     Lust—worldly corruption from lust (v. 4)

·                     Laziness—becoming ineffective and unfruitful (v. 8)

·                     Laxness—carelessness that is nearsighted, blind, and forgetful of cleansing of past sins (v. 9)

3.   Our ultimate goals

·                     Participating in the divine nature (v. 4)

·                     Entering into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (v. 11)

4.   The means for achieving these goals

·                    Constant reminders (v. 12)

·                    Refreshing our memories (v. 13)

·                    Reflection (v. 15)

·                    Practicing the faith (“do these things”, v. 10)

·                   Attention to the Scriptures (vv. 19-21)