Partakers of the Divine Nature - 2 Peter 1:1-11
Partakers of the Divine Nature
2 Peter 1:1-11
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Our Passive Role in Spiritual Growth (vv. 1-4)
- Our Growth Begins with God’s Initiative (vv. 1-3)
- Our Growth Continues as we Hear & Believe (v. 4)
Our Active Role in Spiritual Growth (vv. 5-11)
- True Spiritual Growth is Comprehensive (vv. 5-7)
- True Spiritual Growth is Continual (v. 8)
- True Spiritual Growth is Essential (vv. 9-11)
Discussion Questions
1. Think about a time in your life when you experienced significant spiritual growth. What were some of the key elements that led to your growth?
Our Passive Role in Spiritual Growth (2 Peter 1:1-4)
2. What does it mean that God “has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” (1:3)? Does this mean we don’t need any outside resources like books or other people? How would you explain this?
3. One way we grow and become “partakers of the divine nature” is by hearing and believing His “precious and very great promises” (1:4). What promises has God made that encourage you most?
4. What are some practical ways we can make sure we continue believing and trusting so we keep growing in Christ?
Our Active Role in Spiritual Growth (2 Peter 1:5-11)
5. Peter mentions eight characteristics in vv. 5-7. We are supposed to “make every effort” to grow in these areas. In which of these areas do you need to grow?
6. In v.8 we learn we should be “increasing” in these eight areas and in our spiritual growth. Are you in a season of spiritual growth right now? If not, what next steps can you take?
7. Do you tend to emphasize the active role or the passive role in your spiritual growth? Which aspect needs some extra attention right now?
Pray for the Unreached: The Kapu in India
The Kapu are a large Hindu community in southern India, historically known as farmers and protectors, with many still engaged in agriculture today. While some have moved into business, education, and leadership, many remain in rural areas with limited access to resources. Though the Bible and gospel tools are available, only a small percentage follow Christ. Pray for a growing movement of disciples among the Kapu, for hearts to be open to the gospel, and for both their spiritual and physical needs to be met.
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Fellowship Baby Dedication
Fellowship is grateful to partner with parents as they dedicate their children to the Lord. On Sunday, May 10, during both services, we will set aside a special time for families to dedicate their children before the Fellowship body. If you would like to participate, please email Lisa at lgerdes@fellowshipconway.org and include your preferred service time. The dedication will take place at the beginning of each service.
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FSM 2026 Fellowship Graduates
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Fellowship Women’s Bible Study - Knowing God
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Fellowship Kids Summer Volunteers
We are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into summer. We are continuing our three-year journey through the Bible, and we need your help to do so. Our children are ready to learn about and worship Jesus. We have a place for everyone...Nursery, classroom leaders, hall monitors, storytellers, and special needs buddies. The summer sessions are May 31 through August 9. Contact Heather today at hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org or Ashley at aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.org
Mission fundraiser at Stobys
THANK YOU FELLOWSHIP!!! With your support (and many, many pancakes made and eaten) we were able to raise around $2,500 towards our youth/college trip to the Czech Republic. We appreciate you and your generosity!
Prayer During Service
We love to pray for one another. Our prayer team will have people at the front of the Auditorium under the signs Hope and Love to pray for you after the message. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.