What steps help me build a permanent Christian character? Christian Questions, Moments that Matter

The Apostle Peter began his 2nd letter by addressing the foundation of our Christian lives. In Part 1 of this series, we introduced his blueprint which lays out a profound series of character development steps to show us how to grow into mature disciples of Christ.

In Part 2 Peter’s blueprint continues with a command: “applying all diligence.” The Greek reveals a vivid picture—bringing our effort alongside what God has already supplied, and doing so with earnestness and speed. Diligence reflects a focused loyalty to God’s will. Receiving God’s promises means we are to simultaneously apply this diligence.

The first area where diligence must operate is our faith which is a conviction grounded in God’s reality. This gift of faith must be tested, developed and lived. Faith becomes an “Allegiance Attribute”—a foundational internal quality that shapes all the other traits Peter will list.

How do we bring this diligence into our lives? How can we become better Christians? For the answers to these questions and supporting scriptures listen to the full podcast now:

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