As I study and write about the word “knowledge” I have realized and been reminded of different aspects to the word and my understanding of it as relates to the world and more importantly, as relates to Christ. This morning is no different as I read in 2 Peter.
“18But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.” – 2 Peter 3:18 (ESV)
I have mentioned on a substantial number of occasions that I am focused on growth and learning, so much so that it is my personal mission statement. As I read this verse this morning, I was reminded of my mission statement to: “Improve lives through growth and learning as an example of Christ’s love.” The verse above, as I read it, is a close rephrase of my mission statement, or more accurately, my mission statement is a rephrase of the verse. This verse was written by Peter likely just before his death in the letter he wrote to Christians. Chapter 3 where the verse is found, according to the introduction in my ESV bible, was to bring visibility to our living holy and godly lives as we wait on His return.
I see this verse as a shout out to living a life as stated to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ”. We are to not just exist and wait, but we are to grow and learn and understand and live by bringing our newfound knowledge to others in need of finding it. All we need to know and act on are found in the Word of God and as we focus and study on Him. We are to know about Him and bring glory to Him in all that we do. What better way to bring that glory that to grow in the knowledge of Him every day.
Where are you drawing your knowledge from? Are you growing in the world or in Christ? What if you were to focus your attention on growing “in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ”?
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