Remaining Steadfast

Text: 2 Peter 3:14-18Preacher: Josh Kohn summaryHow our outlook on the future, especially the hope of a new heaven and new earth, should influence our present living. Emphasizes diligence in faith, the importance of understanding scripture, and living in anticipation of Christ's return. keywordsChristian living, hope, faith, scripture, diligence, second coming, salvation, perseverance, biblical teaching key topicsThe importance of hope in Christian lifeDiligence in faith and good worksUnderstanding and interpreting scripture, especially Paul's writingsThe significance of God's patience and salvationLiving in anticipation of Christ's return and the new creation sound bites"The biggest lottery win of all time is Jesus Christ.""Our hearts are restless until they rest in Him.""Live with a steadfast hope as an anchor for the soul."Chapters00:00 Introduction: The impact of future hope on present life01:18 Would you live differently if you knew you would win the lottery?02:41 How hope changes our attitude towards mundane tasks04:57 The Christian hope for a new heavens and a new earth07:01 Living today as if we expect to live in the new creation08:40 The greatest lottery win: being in Christ10:59 All things are ours in Christ, surpassing worldly riches13:40 The importance of diligence and living without spot15:48 The gospel's promise of righteousness and our pursuit of holiness17:42 God’s patience as salvation and the call to repentance20:37 Faith, patience, and inheriting God's promises22:40 The danger of living in sin and the importance of perseverance25:47 Beware of false teachers and twisted scripture28:36 Growing in grace and knowledge to remain steadfast32:54 The surpassing worth of Christ and living in hope33:29 Conclusion: Living with a steadfast hope and diligence