Fragile Faith: Why Can’t I Stay Strong? - 2 Peter 1:6b

If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. How strong is your character under pressure? In this sermon, discover why perseverance is the key to unshakable faith. Explore how to build lasting virtues like self-control, joy, and love that hold up when life squeezes you. Learn practical, Bible-based steps to strengthen your perseverance muscle, using Jesus' example and God's promises to keep you steadfast. Perfect for Christians seeking to grow in spiritual resilience and live out God's divine nature. Certified biblical counselor Dr. D. Richard Ferguson draws on 25 years of pastoral ministry and counseling to provide practical application of the principles in God's Word on the 📖 Key Points with Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: Why your virtues (joy, love, self-control) can collapse under pressure 07:37 – The Centrality of Perseverance: Why it's the lynchpin for all virtues 11:14 – How to Build Perseverance: Using self-control workouts for small and big moments 18:46 – Jesus' Example: How He persevered for the joy set before Him (Hebrews 12:1-3) 28:16 – Your Prize: God's promises to fuel your perseverance (Romans 2:7, Galatians 6:9) 32:31 - Q&A 🔔 Subscribe for More Expository Sermons! Join our community for weekly Bible-based teachings to deepen your faith and equip you to live God's Word. 💬 Let's Connect! For more content visit TreasuringGod.com. And follow on social: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson/