2 Peter 1

The central message of this sermon is that God's promises are abundant and provision for life and godliness has been given to us through the knowledge of Him. However, these promises are not just for our benefit, but also for the benefit of others, and as such, we are called to grow in them and live out our faith by adding virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. The takeaway is that spiritual growth and maturity require us to actively engage with God's promises and apply them to our lives, rather than just passively receiving them. This emphasis on personal responsibility and intentional living advances the belief in the importance of human agency and the need for believers to take an active role in their spiritual development. Ultimately, the sermon is encouraging listeners to "grow it," or cultivate and live out God's promises, rather than simply accepting them as static truths.