December 10 Sermon: What Sort of People Ought You to Be?

On the second Sunday of Advent, we reflect on impatience in a fast-paced world and contemplate our waiting for the return of Jesus. We dig into 2 Peter 3:8–9, which addresses the delay of Jesus' return, emphasizes God's patience, and calls us to live in purity and readiness for the promised new heaven and new earth. As we delve into Peter's message, we are reminded to consider God's patience as an opportunity for repentance and faithful living each day.
Consider these questions as you listen to this week's message:
1. How does the concept of God's patience, as described by Peter in 2 Peter 3:8-9, challenge our human understanding of time and urgency regarding the return of Jesus?
2. In light of the impending judgment and the call for a pure and holy life, how does Peter's message in 2 Peter 3:10-12 encourage believers to prioritize eternal values over worldly pursuits?
3. According to Peter's teaching about the promise of a new heaven and a new earth in 2 Peter 3:13-14, how does this hope shape the way believers wait for the return of Jesus and live their lives in the present?
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