July 5, 2026 – Victory Strategies: Know Jesus | 2 Peter 1:3 Baptist Bible Church, Sparta, MI

How do Christians actually win the battle against sin? The answer isn't found in trying harder—it's found in knowing Jesus more deeply.In this message, we begin the next phase of our Resist series by examining a single, life-changing verse: 2 Peter 1:3. Peter reminds believers that God has already provided everything necessary for both eternal life and a life of growing holiness through His divine power. The key to spiritual victory isn't self-effort but an ever-deepening relationship with Christ. As we behold His glory, excellence, grace, and beauty, the empty promises of sin begin to lose their grip. If you've ever wondered whether real change is possible, this sermon offers biblical hope and a practical strategy for living in victory.Key Takeaways: God has already provided everything believers need for life and godliness.  Victory over sin comes through knowing Jesus, not relying on self-effort.  A growing relationship with Christ transforms the heart from the inside out.  The greater our delight in Jesus, the weaker sin's attraction becomes. Scripture References: 2 Peter 1:3; John 17:3; John 3; John 6:40; Galatians 3:1–3; Ephesians 2:5; James 2:19