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2 Peter: The Power of Knowledge and Faith in Christ

Explore the authorship, qualifications, audience, purpose, and central truth of 2 Peter. Discover the six reasons why pursuing knowledge of the Scriptures gives power, and learn how to grow in the knowledge of Christ.

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2 Peter: The Power of Knowledge and Faith in Christ

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  1. Who wrote 2 Peter? (1:1; 3:1) • How was the author qualified? (1:16-18) • Who was the audience? (1:1; 3:1) • What is the purpose of 2 Peter? (3:1-2) • What was the central truth of 2 Peter? (1:3)

  2. Six reasons Chuck Swindoll says the pursuit of knowledge of the Scriptures give power • Knowledge gives substance to faith. • Knowledge stabilizes us during times of testing. • Knowledge enables us to handle the Word of God accurately. • Knowledge equips us to detect and confront error. • Knowledge makes us confident & consistent in our walk with God. • Knowledge filters out fears and superstitions.

  3. DISCUSSION GUIDE 1. Who wrote 2 Peter? (1:1; 3:1) Simeon Peter

  4. DISCUSSION GUIDE 2. How was the author qualified? (1:16-18) He was an eye-witness of the resurrected Savior.

  5. DISCUSSION GUIDE 3. Who was the audience? (1:1; 3:1) Fellow Christ-followers.

  6. DISCUSSION GUIDE 4. What is the purpose of 2 Peter? (3:1-2) To “stir up” the believers with the power of the Scripture.

  7. DISCUSSION GUIDE 5. What is the central truth of 2 Peter? (1:3) God provides everything necessary to live godly lives through the knowledge of His Word.

  8. DISCUSSION GUIDE 6. How can I grow in the knowledge of Christ? (vs. 2) Outline action steps from (Col. 2:6-8) • Receive Christ • Focus on Him • Rooted in Him • Built up in Him • Be thankful • Don’t be deceived • Avoid the things of the world • Follow Christ alone

  9. DISCUSSION GUIDE 7. Does God grant us everything we want? (vs. 3) No, everything necessary.

  10. DISCUSSION GUIDE 8. What is the difference between my wants and my needs?

  11. DISCUSSION GUIDE 9. What happens to a Christian as he grows in the knowledge of Christ? (vs. 4) You become more like Christ and escape the things of the world.

  12. DISCUSSION GUIDE 10. Chart your spiritual pilgrimage including conversion and ups and downs in your journey. Write specific milestones in your journey.

  13. Benefits of Knowledge and Faith in Christ Benefit 1 You Get Faith Benefit 2 You Get God’s Grace and Peace Benefit 3 You Get God’s Power Benefit 4 You Get God’s Promise of Spiritual Success

  14. “Oh Lord, You’re Beautiful” by Keith Green Oh Lord, you’re beautiful Your face is all I seek. For when your eyes, Are on this child Your grace abounds to me. I want to take your Word, And shine it all around. But first help me just to live it Lord. And when I’m doing well, Help me to never seek a crown.

  15. For my reward is giving glory to You. Oh Lord, please light the fire, That once burned bright and clear. Replace the lamp of my first love, That burns with holy fear. I want to take Your Word, And shine it all around. But first let me live it Lord. And when I’m doing well, Help me to never seek a crown. For my reward is giving glory to You. Oh Lord, you’re beautiful. Your face is all I seek. For when your eyes Are on this child Your grace abounds to me.

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