Pastor Jim Osman expounds on how Peter defends the doctrine of Christ's second coming by appealing to his experience as one of the eyewitnesses to majesty. When false teachers dismissed Christ's return as cleverly devised myths, Peter countered by referencing the transfiguration, where he, James, and John were eyewitnesses to majesty displayed on the holy mountain. This powerful event provided undeniable proof that Christ's parousia—his second coming in power and glory—is sure.

Peter argues that the apostles were not following fabricated fables but were genuine eyewitnesses to majesty who saw a preview of Christ's coming kingdom. The connection between denying Christ's return and moral compromise becomes clear as Peter demonstrates how false teachers' rejection of the second coming leads to licentious living. At the same time, believers who embrace this hope as eyewitnesses of majesty are motivated toward godliness and holy conduct.

In his final recorded words, the apostle Peter emphasizes the critical importance for believers to remember what you know about biblical truth. Throughout 2 Peter 1:12-15, Peter demonstrates that we are forgetful people who need constant reminders of eternal truths. Studies show that we forget 50-80% of what we hear within 24 hours, making it essential to remember what you know through regular reinforcement.

Being identified with Christ reveals the profound spiritual reality that water baptism symbolizes for believers. When Christians are identified with Christ, they participate in His death, burial, and resurrection through God's sovereign choice and the Spirit's transformative work. Those identified with Christ receive eternal blessings secured through Christ's substitutionary work on their behalf. Believers identified with Christ cannot continue living in sin because they have died to sin through their union with Christ. Being identified with Christ means God treats believers as if they personally accomplished Christ's righteous work, granting them His perfect righteousness and eternal life.

Jim Osman examines 2 Peter 1:10-11, revealing how believers can never stumble spiritually through diligent virtue cultivation. Moreover, spiritual diligence provides three essential blessings: salvation assurance, preservation from moral failure, and triumphant kingdom entrance. Additionally, pursuing moral excellence, knowledge, and self-control keeps Christians from becoming theological shipwrecks like false teachers. Therefore, those who never stumble spiritually through faithful obedience receive abundant entrance into Christ's eternal kingdom with varying degrees of reward.

Jim Osman continues his exposition of 2 Peter 1:10-11, explaining the believer’s assurance of election and calling. This passage highlights the spiritual diligence required to cultivate assurance of election by adding godly virtues to faith. Grounding his teaching in the doctrines of divine calling and sovereign grace, Pastor Jim confronts common misconceptions about election and encourages believers to pursue a life of holiness. The assurance of election is both a humbling and comforting truth for God’s people.

Justin Peters examines the sin of partiality in James 2:1-9. He reveals how favoritism contradicts God's impartial nature. Peters uses practical examples to show that showing preference based on wealth dishonors God's image in all people. The sin of partiality betrays a misunderstanding of the gospel. Christians must embrace God's impartial character. They should remember that divine election humbles believers. God chose them by grace alone, not personal merit.

Jim Osman unpacks 2 Peter 1:10-11 in this sermon on making election sure. He exhorts believers to pursue spiritual diligence by cultivating Christian virtues, thereby confirming their calling and election. Making election sure offers assurance of salvation, steadiness in faith, and a confident entrance into Christ’s eternal kingdom. Osman's message clarifies that assurance is both possible and desirable for Christians who walk in holiness and trust in Christ alone.

Jim Osman contrasts the diligent and the negligent believer in this powerful exposition of 2 Peter 1:8-9. He explains how a fruitful Christian life grows through consistent effort rather than relying on shortcuts or quick fixes. Those who pursue godly virtues with diligence experience a fruitful Christian life marked by usefulness and growth, while others risk becoming spiritually blind and forgetful of God’s grace.

In this message, Jim Osman continues his exposition on eight fruitful virtues from 2 Peter 1:5-7. Focusing on perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love, he explains how growth in these areas requires effort and the grace of God. Osman emphasizes the necessity of practicing the eight fruitful virtues with intentionality, highlighting that Christian maturity and usefulness are deeply rooted in these qualities.

In this message, Pastor Jim Osman begins a detailed study of eight fruitful virtues from 2 Peter 1:5-7. These qualities—beginning with faith and extending through self-control—are to be cultivated with diligence by every believer. Osman clearly explains how the eight fruitful virtues form a foundation for a Christ-honoring life. This rich teaching encourages self-examination and growth in godliness.