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2 Peter 1:5-115 But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to

your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, 6 to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to

perseverance godliness, 7 to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness

love. 8 For if these things are yours and abound, you will be neither

barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

9 For he who lacks these things is shortsighted, even to blindness, and has forgotten that he was cleansed from his old sins.

10 Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble;

11 for so an entrance will be supplied to you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

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Perseverance

Godliness

Brotherly Kindness

Love

Starts with Faith

Virtue

Knowledge

Self Control

8 Godly Attributes you need in your Life:

You must have a Desire…

“Where there’s a will, there’s a way.”

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2 Peter 1:5“But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge”v.10- Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent

Are you willing?

1. Starts with Faith!

What is Faith?

F - ForsakingA - AllI - IT - Trust H - Him

Strong conviction based on hearing Hebrews 11:1

Reliance on Christ for salvation

Faith= Belief (same Greek word)

Hebrews 11:6

2. Virtue

What is Virtue?Moral goodnessMoral courage- the determination

to do what is right

Virtue- Philippians 4:8

8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy- meditate on these things.

9 The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.

The Fruit of The Spirit

Galatians 5:22-2322 But the fruit of the Spirit is

love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

23 gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.

3. Knowledge

The Knowledge Christians need today is the Knowledge of God’s will and what He would have for us to do in our lives.

Knowledge is Very Important

Knowledge is important 2 Peter 1:5-11

Leads to Eternal Life John 17:3

Without it, we are living in Darkness Proverbs 19:2; Ecclesiastes 2:14

Knowing His will will lead to being “neither barren nor unfruitful.” 2 Peter 1:8

Biblical Examples/ Characters

Jonah Jonah 1-3

Abraham Genesis 22

Paul 2 Timothy 2:15

4. Self Control

There are so many aspects of our lives that need to be controlled: Tongue

James 3:2 (Bridle/control whole body) Lust of Eyes/ Flesh/ Pride of Life

Romans 6:12 Drinking, etc.

Make it personal in your life!


Uriah in Battle 2 Samuel 11:11

Joshua and his Family Joshua 24:15 (commitment to God

takes self control)

5. Perseverance

What is Perseverance? Endurance Pressing on Running your

race with consistency and constancy

2 Timothy 4:7-8:7 I have fought the good

fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

8 Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.

Philippians 3:12-14:12 Not that I have already attained, or am

already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.

13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead,

14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

The Importance of Being Perseverant

The Importance of Being Perseverant

Revelation 3:11: 11 Behold, I am coming quickly!

Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown.

Warning: Ephesians 4:14-15: We no longer need to be immature but grow in Christ!


Job Faith challenged; Family and

wealth taken away; yet never failed or stumbled

Noah Preached for 120 years and only

8 souls saved

6. Godliness

What is Godliness? Simply: God- like- ness Having an attitude well pleasing

to God Following all of God’s Commands

Importance of Being Godly

Godliness is profitable for Everything! 1 Timothy 4:7-8 Opposite: Mark 8:36

Living Godly leads to Great Gain 1 Timothy 6:6

Brings you Safety and Security 1 Peter 3:13


Noah Job

Perseverance leads to Godliness as shown in these two stories.

7. Brotherly Kindness

What is Brotherly Kindness? Brotherly Love Love for your Brothers and

Sisters in Christ Tenderheartedness Generosity Helpfulness

The Importance of Being Kind to the Brethren

Jesus is our standard John 15:12-13:12 My command is this: Love each

other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than

this, that he lay down his life for his friends.


Since we are “The Elect” we are Commanded: Colossians 3:1212 Therefore, as the elect of God,

holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering;


Ephesians 4:3232 And be kind to one another,

tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.

Romans 12:1010 Be kindly affectionate to one

another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another.

8. Love

Love: Greek word: “agape” (derivative of agape)

Unconditional Love Love for the brethren isn’t

enough, we must show love to all men because of the love He has shown for us. (Jesus being our standard)

Importance of Love Matthew 22:3737 Jesus said to him, “ ‘You shall love the LORD your

God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’

Preserves the Faithful/ Keeps you grounded in your Faith

Psalms 31:23 Joshua commanded the Israelites

Joshua 22:5 Leads to Perfection

Colossians 3:14

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Without being diligent and adding these attributes to your lives, you WILL fail!

2 Peter 1:9-109 For he who lacks these things is

shortsighted, even to blindness, and has forgotten that he was cleansed from his old sins.

10 Therefore, brethren, be even more diligent to make your call and election sure, for if you do these things you will never stumble.

Starts with Faith!

Virtue Knowledge Self control Perseverance Godliness Brotherly

Kindness Love



When we persist in our efforts to Maturity: We are promised a Fruitful Life We Ensure our Salvation We prevent ourselves from

Falling away We are promised a Heavenly

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Have you ensured your Salvation Today?

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Is Your Salvation Sure? Starts with Faith!

Hebrew 11:6 Leads to Repentance

Luke 13:3 Confession of Faith

Matthew 10:32-33 Baptism into Christ

Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38 Persevere in your life; Press on toward the

Goal; Try your hardest not to stumble! Philippians 3:12-14; Revelation 3:11

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