Monday, December 15, 2014 2
Peter 1: 1-11
Cullen Douglass
Scholars disagree on who wrote this book. Many don't think
it was Saint Peter. Most believe it was one of the last letters added to the
New Testament.
The author tends to be talking about the church. In this
passage, it seems the author is trying to convince his audience that the power
of God is all that we need. I'm sure this was during a period of time when
Christianity wasn't mainstream and there were many other religions or false
teachings. Today I wonder if we have just as many or false teachings. Do my
possessions, hobbies, and work become my religion or false teachings? In my
complicated life today can I really rely just on God?
The author is trying to sell the church on following God,
stating boldly, "Whoever does not have them is nearsighted and blind
forgetting that they have been cleansed from their past sins." The author
states to, "Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to
goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control,
perseverance, into perseverance godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection;
and to mutual affection, love."
The author goes on to say, "Therefore my brothers and
sisters, make every effort to confirm your calling and election. For if you do
these things, you will never stumble, and you will receive a rich welcome into
the internal kingdom of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ."
If I follow this message out, I'm not following false
teaching and God gives me everything I need. How do I live out this passage? Do
I have the confidence to really give everything up to God and not get
distracted by my false teachings? As a father and a husband, can I live this
out?
Prayer: Lord, help me to let go of my false teachings and
let me rely on Your love.
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