PARTICIPATE IN THE DIVINE NATURE
2 Peter 1:1-21
Key Verse 1:4 “Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.”
1. What is a godly life? Why should we live a godly life? (1 Peter 2:9) What do we need to live a godly life? (3)
2. What does it mean to participate in the divine nature (cf. 1 Peter 1:16) and how can we participate in it? (4)
3. In verses 5-7, what qualities characterize a godly life? (cf. Galatians 5:22-23) How do these qualities keep us from being ineffective and unproductive in our life?
4. As a Christian, what is your calling and election? (1 Peter 2:9-10) Why should you make every effort to confirm your calling and election? (10-11)
5. What two forms of testimony does Peter use to remind Christians of his faith in Jesus Christ? (16-18; 19-21)