Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 After discussing the various qualities that we are to add to our faith, Peter concluded this discussion by reminding us of our ultimate goal – the reason why we are to continually grow in our faith. We Must Grow in These Things We need to possess these qualities – “if these qualities are […]
October 8, 2018
Add Love
Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Faith must be the foundation of all that we do. Yet there are various qualities we are to add to our faith. In this lesson, the trait we will focus on is love. Define Love Greek word agape – active love; striving to do what is best for others; similar to previous […]
October 1, 2018
Add Brotherly Kindness
Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Faith must be the foundation of all that we do. Yet there are various qualities we are to add to our faith. In this lesson, the trait we will focus on is brotherly kindness. Define Brotherly Kindness Greek word philadelphia – this is why Philadelphia is known as the city of brotherly love […]
September 24, 2018
Add Godliness
Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Faith must be the foundation of all that we do. Yet there are various qualities we are to add to our faith. In this lesson, the trait we will focus on is godliness. Define Godliness Greek word eusebeia – reverence, respect; piety toward God (Thayer); denotes a Godward attitude that does that […]
September 17, 2018
Add Perseverance
Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Faith must be the foundation of all that we do. Yet there are various qualities we are to add to our faith. In this lesson, the trait we will focus on is perseverance. Define Perseverance Greek word hypomoné – cheerful (or hopeful) endurance (Strong’s); the characteristic of a man who is unswerved […]
September 10, 2018
Add Self-Control
Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Faith must be the foundation of all that we do. Yet there are various qualities we are to add to our faith. In this lesson, the trait we will focus on is self-control. Define Self-Control Greek word egkrateia – the virtue of one who masters his desires and passions, especially his sensual […]
September 3, 2018
Add Knowledge
Text: 2 Peter 1:5-11 Faith must be the foundation of all that we do. Yet there are various qualities we are to add to our faith. In this lesson, the trait we will focus on is knowledge. Define Knowledge Greek word gnosis – seeking to know, enquiry, investigation (Vine’s); something that is acquired Side note – […]
