Sunday Message 1/4/26- Kick off the New Year with 2 Peter

·31 min·3 clips

Peter's blueprint supplements faith with virtue, knowledge, and self-control—but how does this resolve the faith vs. works debate?

The episode opens with the host announcing a new series on 2 Peter, continuing from 1 Peter. He immediately ties this to current events, mentioning Venezuela's political shift and framing it as a lesson about ideologies that oppose God. The host reflects on 1 Peter's theme of enduring persecution, noting its relevance to today's pagan culture. He then introduces 2 Peter as addressing challenges from false teachings within the church. The host reads 2 Peter 1:3-11, highlighting the call to supplement faith with virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love. He delves into the theological debate between faith and works, arguing that salvation is by faith alone but should evidence itself in changed living. The host warns that pursuing virtue and knowledge can become idols without self-control. He emphasizes steadfastness in a corrupt world and the importance of brotherly love to avoid self-righteousness. The host explains that increasing in these qualities prevents ineffectiveness, urging listeners not to compare ministries but trust God with results. He closes by encouraging practical application in daily life, assuring listeners that striving to live for Christ means they will not fall.

As heard by us

A direct message on grace that presses faith beyond Sunday into ordinary life.

The sermon begins a new walk through 2 Peter after closing 1 Peter, placing scripture alongside recent events in Venezuela and a call to pray for its people.

Read the full review in PlayNext →

Why you'd press play

If you want a 2 Peter reset, this sermon keeps grace from turning into permission to coast.

Read the full recommendation in PlayNext →

Listen to the show on

Apple Podcasts Spotify

Play clips from this episode More from Journey Elgin