Sermons on 2 Pedro 1:6:

What Is Spirituality? (3 Of 7)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 1, 2022

Most of us at times have looked at someone we thought was attractive physically, and thought we certainly would like to look like them if we could.

Sometimes this is the motivation for some to: (1) DIET EACH DAY Illus: Much has been said about diets, such as: • It's something most of us do religiously: We eat what we want to eat, drink a diet coke and pray we don't gain weight • Someone else said that the problem with curbing our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Fragile Faith: Why Can’t I Stay Strong? - 2 Peter 1:6b Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 14, 2025

You work hard to develop self-control or some other virtue, then one day, poof, it’s gone. Why does that happen? And what can be done about it?

2 Peter 1:5 For this very reason, having made every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. 8 For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:6

Assurance Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

May the assurance of salvation bring you comfort, joy, and confidence in your walk with God.

As Christians, we often struggle with doubts and uncertainties about our salvation. We may wonder, "How can I be sure that I am saved?" or "What if I'm not truly a child of God?" The Bible provides clear answers to these questions, offering assurance and confidence in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17, 2 Peter 1:3-11

Faith Transforms How We Love Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 19, 2025

True spiritual maturity is measured not by how much we know, but by how deeply we love. Faith is the starting point, but love is the destination.

### **INTRODUCTION: Love Is the Mark of Mature Faith** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper 4 Over the past few weeks, we have been exploring what it truly means to have a transformative faith—a faith that goes beyond belief and actually reshapes our lives. In week one, we talked about how faith changes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-9, Galatians 5:6, 1 Corinthians 13:2, James 2:17, John 13:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adulting Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

Too many of us believe we have arrived and are mature spiritually. We must find out “Where Are You?”

Where Are You? Pt. 4 - Adulting SERMON BUMPER I. Introduction I remember learning in school that there are a lot of types of question. There are loaded questions. There are leading questions. There are the ones we hated on tests . . . multiple choice questions. Let's not forget the type of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9, 1 Corinthians 13:11, 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Eagles Fly And Chickens Flutter

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 28, 2023

Christians, like Eagles, are destined to fly high in Christ's victorious nature and righteousness. They don't conform to the nature of fallen creatures, who can only flutter slightly above the ground of sin and corruption. Have you realized your genetic heritage yet?

WHY EAGLES FLY AND CHICKENS FLUTTER Rom. 12:2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Often we get into the same messes as those we’re critical of. 2. An EMT was working in the emergency room when a father brought in his son who had taken a tire off a miniature car and poked it into his nose. The father was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, 2 Peter 1:4-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Therefore, Lead A Godly Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 4, 2023

We are told that we are given everything we need to lead a godly life, but what does that mean?

Therefore 2 Peter 1 When I was at university, one of the courses I had to take was homiletics, which is simply defined as the art of preaching or writing sermons. The goal of the class was to teach us to do both things: how to write sermons and how to preach sermons. My professor was a former ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12, 2 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ye Will Die In Your Sins

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Dec 1, 2023

Do you have enough religion to save yourself? Is this because of your knowledge of scripture, or, is this because of your genealogy--your parents were religious; you were born into the church so therefore you are saved?

INTRO—READ JOHN 8:12-30 Do you have enough religion to save yourself? Is this because of your knowledge of scripture, or, is this because of your genealogy--your parents were religious; you were born into the church so therefore you are saved? Jews of Jesus day believed this way. They had the Law ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30, John 7:25-31, 2 Peter 1:5-10, Matthew 10:37-39, John 3:16-18, Matthew 28:19-20, James 4:14, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moving On To Maturity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 20, 2025

The importance of progress towards spiritual maturity.

Moving on to Maturity 2 Peter 1:1-11 1 Simon Peter, a servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ, to them that have obtained like precious faith with us through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ: 2 Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Spiritual Laziness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2025

Spiritual laziness is a state of neglect in our spiritual lives, where we become complacent, apathetic, or disengaged from our pursuit of God. It can lead to stagnation, missed opportunities, and a lack of growth in our faith.

Title: OVERCOMING SPIRITUAL LAZINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 6:9-11 "How long will you lie there, you sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest—and poverty will come on you like a thief and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:9-11, Romans 12:11, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Revelation 3:15-16, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fruits Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2025

The fruits of the Holy Spirit are the characteristics and virtues that should be evident in the lives of believers who are walking in the Spirit. They represent the nature of Christ and are essential for a healthy spiritual life.

Title: THE FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law." Supporting Texts: John 15:4-5, Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:4-5, Ephesians 5:9, Colossians 3:12-14, Romans 14:17, 2 Peter 1:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Built Upon God's Word Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 2, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. No teaching sheet for this sermon

Series: 1 Peter Sermon: “Built Upon God’s Word” 2 Peter 1:1-8 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 2 “1 Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, 2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, 3 if indeed you have tasted that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-8, Romans 13:12-14, John 14:15, Luke 11:28, 1 Samuel 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Furthering Your Faith-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 6, 2024

1 of 6. The apostle Peter encouraged the Churches to bolster/strengthen their faith in Christ, in order to provide an abundant entrance to God’s kingdom. God’s people are obligated to further their faith. ?What does ‘Furthering Your Faith’ involve or entail? Furthering Your Faith involves...

*We ran short of time, so I chose to abruptly end with the elucidation of DUE DILIGENCE DONE[:5a-d](:5-7)--“virtue”(as below).* FURTHERING Your FAITH-I—2Peter 1:5a-d(:5-11) Attention: *For your ‘basic’ small boat: Depending on your particular fishing needs—Fishing the Florida ‘flats’, OR fishing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5, 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Smoking And Other Addictions

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 23, 2025

Any activity or substance use that harms your body, mind or spirit and can leave you addicted to it is evil.

Homily on Smoking and Other Enslaving Addictions Saint Paul’s letter to the church in Galatia was one of his earliest communications with the Church. He had visited that area early in his missionary journeys and left there a church with the kind of spiritual fire and enthusiasm we associate with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Galatians 5:19-21, 2 Timothy 1:7, 2 Peter 1:5-7

Denomination: Catholic

Partners In Growth: God's Work And Our Walk Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 6, 2025

Spiritual growth is a lifelong journey of transformation empowered by God’s grace, sustained through our daily surrender to the Holy Spirit, nurtured in Christ-centered community, and aimed at becoming more like Jesus for the glory of God.

Partners in Growth: God's Work and Our Walk 1 Corinthians 3:5-9 Last week, we began an exciting new sermon series entitled “Rooted.” Picture the scene: Jesus is seated in a boat, speaking to a large crowd gathered along the shore—many of them fishermen. To capture their hearts and minds, He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Isaiah 40:31, John 15:5, Romans 8:29, Romans 10:15, Ephesians 1:13-14, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Peter 1:3-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist