This sermon, in our study of 2 Peter 1:5-8, is called “Growing in Knowledge.” Peter in this passage is calling for a very intentional and aggressive approach to personal and collective growth as Christians. His words are that we are to “make every effort” to add to our initial faith - all the attributes that enable us to share in Jesus “glory and excellence.”
Several years ago, Robert Fulgrum wrote a best-selling book, “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” As appealing as that title is, the Bible warns against staying immature in our faith and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. For example, the writer to the Hebrews rebukes Christians saying “For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic principles of the oracles of God. You need milk and not solid food…” The rebuke goes on further but it is sufficient to point out that many people not only suffer spiritually because they aren’t intentional in seeking to grow in the knowledge of Christ but their lives become vulnerable to the lies and the deceit of the Enemy of our souls. Growth is crucial. It is a matter of eternal significance.
Come as we are encouraged/exhorted to add knowledge to our faith. This is a message of life-long importance for each and every believer in Jesus Christ. Come and be challenged and encouraged and we will share in communion together as God’s redeemed family!
