Power Under Pressure- Week 3

Introduction

By now, we should have a pretty good idea that Peter is not a guy to pull any punches. But isn’t that what we need?

I had the occasion today for someone to ask me to be part of an spiritual accountability oversight board for another ministry in the area.

The pastor that was asking said Mo I know you will tell me if I’m messing up even if you know I’m not going to like it.

That’s exactly what we need in our lives, raw accountability that shows us who we are instead of the facade most people build for themselves.

2 Peter 1:16–21 NKJV

For we did not follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of His majesty. For He received from God the Father honor and glory when such a voice came to Him from the Excellent Glory: “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” And we heard this voice which came from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain. And so we have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts; knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit.

Think It Out

What are cleverly devised myths that you have fallen into in your past or present?

Do you believe that the books of the Bible actually came from God the Holy Spirit through human authors?

What topic or book of the Bible has God laid on your heart a curiosity to study?

Are there any changes you should make to your routine to increase your time in God’s Word?

Example: Listening to the Bible on your commute, or while doing chores?

2 Timothy 3:16–17 NKJV

All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

1 Timothy 6:11 NKJV

But you, O man of God, flee these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, gentleness.

Hebrews 13:20–21 NKJV

Now may the God of peace who brought up our Lord Jesus from the dead, that great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you complete in every good work to do His will, working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.

Talk It Out

How important is it to you to know that Peter was an eyewitness to the life, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ?

How does Peter’s life experience with Jesus add to his credibility about Jesus?

How is this world dark, and the Word of God a light not just in general but in a specific area of your life?

What practical things have you found most helpful in learning God’s Word?

Which person have you identified as a good example for you to aspire to in regard to their knowledge and application of the Bible?

Walk It Out

Do you have a good study Bible for yourself?

Is there anyone you know that could benefit from a good Bible as a gift from you?

Since the Bible is alone perfect and from god, what is your Bible reading plan to keep yourself in God’s Word?

Is there anyone you know that you should meet with to ask about how to grow in God’s Word since that is an area of strength for them?

Pray It Out

Is there anyone here that needs a good study Bible?

Is there anyone here that could benefit from a good Bible reading program or has practical questions on how to get started and can use prayer support as they begin their Bible journey?

How can we be praying for you or one another?

Do you have any dark areas in your life that you need God to shed some light on?

What are you most grateful for in regard to God giving His revealed Word to you?