Sermons on 2 Peter 1:2-11:

Filled With The Knowledge Of His Will

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 8, 2025

Apostle Paul’s prayer is for believers to be filled with the knowledge of God’s will, emphasizing transformation through deep spiritual understanding, wisdom, and obedience. It highlights the importance of aligning one’s life with God’s purposes and growing in relationship with Him.

Filled with the Knowledge of His Will “For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.” (Colossians 1:9 KJV) Introduction: The Prayer for Fullness The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9, 2 Peter 1:3, James 1:5, Philippians 1:9

Denomination: Church Of God

When Ego Rules

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 5, 2025

When ego rules, possibility collapses; when Christ reigns, humanity rises — sharing His life, not His throne, through divine power and grace.

>> The Tower in the Heart “If God exists, then everything is possible.” That single conviction built the ark, parted the sea, and rolled the stone away. The moment a man or woman believes there is a living, limitless God, the boundaries of human reason begin to melt like frost in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:5, Isaiah 14:14, John 15:5, 2 Peter 1:3-10, Philippians 2:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Desire To Prophesy

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 3, 2024

Too many people misunderstand the act of prophesying defined in 1 Corinthians 14. Too many have been taught it is a mysterious miraculous revelation given to those whose miraculous powers were passed by the ‘Laying on of Hands’. Is this true?

Today too many people misunderstand the act of prophesying as taught by Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 14. Too many have been taught it is a mysterious miraculous revelation given to those whose miraculous powers were passed by the ‘Laying on of Hands’. This is the first mistake concerning the usage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-25, 2 Peter 1:5-7, 1 Corinthians 12:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Are Who God Says You Are

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Oct 9, 2024

This message looks at some of the things our Father says about us

The Mona Lisa, an oil painting on a poplar wood panel, is the most famous painting in the world. Painted by Leonardo da Vinci sometime between 1503 and 1519, when he was living in Florence, it now hangs in the Louvre Museum in Paris, where it remains an object of pilgrimage to this day. Say “The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, 2 Peter 1:3-4, 2 Peter 1:19-21, Genesis 3:1, Psalm 18:30, Ephesians 2:1-10, Colossians 1:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Got Grace? - 2 Peter 1:1-2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 10, 2024

The Holy Spirit inspired them to say some form of “Grace to you” 31 times in the NT. If it’s that important for us to get more grace, why do we so seldom ask God for more grace in our prayers for ourselves and others? This message aims to open your eyes to the astonishing value of grace.

2 Peter 1:1 Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those equal to us in the faith they have received because of the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. Introduction Wishing the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-2

Your Superpower - 2 Peter 1:3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 10, 2024

It’s always a fun question to ask, “If you could have one superpower, what would you want it to be?” But the far more important question is this: “What would you do with it?” If God gave you unlimited access to divine power for the next 30 days, how would you use it?

Look at the first three words of 2 Peter 1:3 "His divine power …." That’s an awesome set of words—His divine power. They’re awesome words and their intriguing words, because so much of the frustration of life comes from not having the power we need. Wherever there’s failure in your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3

Enfrentando La Muerte Con Valentía Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 13, 2024

La actitud de Pablo hacia la muerte y su actitud hacia la vida eran sumamente positivas. Se examinan ambas junto con la interacción entre ambas. La mayoría de los creyentes no ven la vida ni la muerte como lo hacía Pablo.

Tienes una cita. Tu vida avanza paso a paso, día a día, hacia esa cita. Cada fiesta de Año Nuevo es un recordatorio de que la cita se acerca. Cada cumpleaños es un recordatorio de la cita. También lo es cada funeral. “…Y de la manera que está establecido para los ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, 2 Corinthians 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:56-57, John 10:10, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Philippians 3:8, Matthew 6:24, Luke 12:19-20, 2 Peter 1:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Get Smart - 2 Peter 1:5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 9, 2025

Is the Christian life supposed to be hard work? Or should it be easy?

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 1:5

Self-Control - 2 Peter 1:6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 9, 2025

Imagine how much better your life would be with more self-control. Why is it so hard? Elite athletes who are unbelievers often outshine most Christians in this area—how can that be, if it’s a fruit of the Spirit?

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. Introduction I want to start with this question: in Peter’s list of virtues in 2 Peter 1:5-7, why isn’t verse 5 enough? By the end of v.5 you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:6

"making Your Calling And Election Sure"

Contributed by Jovanni Dinsay on Mar 19, 2025

In politics, especially with an incoming election, politicians typically secure several key things to ensure their success:

I. Introduction - Here are some things we often strive to secure in life: 1. Financial Security 2. Good Health 3. Loving Relationships 4. 4. Personal Safety 5. 5. Education 6. 6. Home 7. 7. Food 8. 8. Purpose 9. 9. Community 10. 10. Legacy In politics, especially with an incoming ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer Of Faith To The Advice Of Fear

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 20, 2025

This psalm expresses David's trust in the Lord as all-knowing and righteous and his disappointment with the world around him. David answers the voice of fear with a confident faith in God. This world can be a scary place.

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer of Faith to the Advice of Fear Psalms 11:1-7 “In the Lord put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain? For, lo, the wicked bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7, Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 55:5-8, Psalm 82:5, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Corinthians 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Value Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 20, 2025

In this sermon, Dr. Vorce delves into the profound truth that the Kingdom of God holds immense value for the believer. He explores how its principles, promises, and divine purpose can transform lives, offering hope, guidance, and a deeper connection to God.

Introduction Good morning, church family. I want to talk to you about something we all understand well—that feeling of finding something so valuable, so life-changing, you’re willing to give up anything to get it. Maybe it’s the love of your spouse or the birth of your child. There are moments in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46, Matthew 6:10, Matthew 16:18, Colossians 1:13, 2 Peter 3:12-13, Revelation 21:1-4, Ephesians 2:1-7, Romans 6:15-18, Philippians 3:8-11, Philippians 4:6-9, Psalm 16:11, Daniel 2:44, Hebrews 12:28, 2 Peter 1:10-11, Acts 7:54-60, Hebrews 10:32-36, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Philippians 2:5-8, Mark 1:15, John 3:3-5, Matthew 10:34-39, Mark 10:28-31, Luke 14:15-24, Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 15:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

I Am My Daddy’s Girl - A.k.a Son Of God!

Contributed by Christabel N. Onuoha on Jun 14, 2025

Sonship in the kingdom is not a gender issue, it is a redemption, adoption and inheritance position received through adoption. our true worth and value in the kingdom is not by what we have or what's on us but by who / what is in us - Christ in you the hope of glory.

Introduction: I know my title sounds somewhat oxymoronic, but it’s not, because Sonship in the kingdom is not a gender issue, it is a redemption and adoption position. For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. To them that believe He gave them power to become the sons ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34, 2 Peter 1:1-4, Colossians 1:27, Ephesians 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Jump Start Spiritual Growth - 2 Peter 1:9a Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 16, 2025

Is there anything more frustrating than those stubborn character flaws that you can't change? You’ve tried everything—prayer, accountability, discipline—but the changes never last. Peter shows us the surprising path to lasting change.

2 Peter 1:8 For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 But if anyone does not have them, he is nearsighted and blind, and has forgotten that he has been cleansed from his past ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:9

Holy Habits #1 - Goodness Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 19, 2025

For the next few weeks we want to focus on some Holy Habits - behaviors that we should seek to repeat often enough that they become automatic.

SEVEN HOLY HABITS: GOODNESS Introduction In 1898, A psychologist named Edward Thorndike conducted an experiment to study the behavior of animals - he chose cats. He would place each cat inside a device known as a puzzle box. The box was designed so that the cat could escape through a door by some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ