Danger Close: A Sermon Series in 2 Peter
The Fiery End and The Place Where Righteousness Dwells
Text: 2 Peter 3:11–18
Main Idea: The fiery end of this world is a vivid reminder that Christians must make every effort to live for the world to come.
The Slowness and Patience of God
Text: 2 Peter 3:1–10
Main Point: The long delay between Christ’s first and second coming is not a sign that he will never return. It’s an act of grace for the repentance and salvation of sin-bound humans.
The True Condition of False Teachers
Text: 2 Peter 2:17–22
Main Idea: False teachers may seem like they have discovered a path to freedom but they have not.
Common Traits of False Teachers
Text: 2 Peter 2:10b-16
Main Idea: False doctrine and immoral living go hand in hand.
Main Question: What are the common traits of false teachers?
The Certain Rise and Fall of False Teachers
Text: 2 Peter 2:1–10a
Main Idea: Cling to the gospel you have received because God is going to judge everyone who persists in unrighteousness.
The Sufficient Authority of the Word
Text: 2 Peter 1:12-21
Main point: God’s authoritative declaration of the gospel in Scripture is sufficient to assure us of salvation and sustain us in costly, redemptive life-change.
The Importance of Real Life Change
Text: 2 Peter 1:5–11
Main Idea: Steady progress in practical godliness is the silent but powerful proof that we truly belong to God.
The Life-Changing Power of the Gospel
Text: 2 Peter 1:3-4
Main Idea: God has given us everything we require to live godly lives.
The Centrality of Christ
Text: 2 Peter 1:1–2
Main Idea: The Christian’s greatest safeguard against error is an ever-increasing knowledge of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ