
← St David's Bridge Strict Baptist Chapelavant-hier · 45 min
Things looked for - the day of God
~~~~~ No 34 in the series - The Epistles of Peter. ~~~~~ **Considering 2 Peter 3:11-14** Seeing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversation and godliness, **Looking for** and hasting unto the coming of the day of God, ......Nevertheless we, according to his promise, **look for** new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness. Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye **look for** such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless. *1/ What kind of people we should be. 2/ That the day of God is to be looked for and wanted. 3/ That the new heavens and the new earth is to be looked for. 4/ Exhortation seeing we look for such things.* **Sermon Summary:** This sermon explores the believer's proper response to the approaching end of the world, emphasizing that the Day of God is to be anticipated with joy rather than fear. The central message urges Christians to live in holy conversation and godliness, recognizing that true faith produces practical works and a distinct lifestyle separate from the world. The exposition highlights the theological assurance that God's people are redeemed and will be gathered to a new heaven and earth where righteousness dwells, grounded in the imputed righteousness of Christ. The tone is pastoral and exhortative, calling for diligence in maintaining a spotless and blameless character through union with Christ. Ultimately, the sermon directs the audience to trust solely in Christ's finished work for salvation, ensuring they are found in peace when He returns.