Bearing Fruit

Published: Dec. 6, 2015, 10 a.m.

2Peter: Must Know TruthsBearing Fruit: 2Peter 1:1-11December 6, 2015Please turn to 2Peter 1:1-11 Michael\u2019s Personal Goal: to never wonder if a life lived in faith was worth itFor Those in Search of Purpose:1: Some things to know (V 2-4)\u2022Knowledge (V 2,8-epignsis): It\u2019s about a relationship: to truly know GodQuestion: Do you know Him? \u2022Calling on your life (V 3, 10)Question: Do you have a sense of calling on your life? (ref. 2Corinthians 1:20-22 NIV)2: Some things to be about (V 5-9): \u201cGive all diligence\u201d (idiom): App: to bring every personal effort along side of the greater work that God is already doing (ref. Philippians 2:12b-13 NIV)1: Moral Excellence (V 5): Includes courage to stand2: Knowledge (V 5): Obtained by observation and experience and works in the everyday world3: Self-Control (V 6): No other masters4: Perseverance (V 6): Patient endurance that keeps us from wandering, or being pushed off the path5: Godliness (V 6): The right attitude toward God and others6: Brotherly Kindness (V 7): Treat others the way you wish they would treat you whether they reciprocate or not 7: Love (V 7): Agape\u2019: The will to loveWhat is God\u2019s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?