In this second lesson on steadfastness we focus on why we must be steadfast in winning souls, running the Christian race and receiving the promises. Also steadfastness in tribulations, our enemies and with God. Both audio and slides can be found together at www.cmcoc.org
Sermon by: Brian Birdow
2. Growing in Steadfastness
2 Pet 1:5-6
Patience The ability to remain faithful to God under extreme
difficulties. Steadfastness, Longsuffering, Endurance, Fortitude,
Perseverance
Power to endure Power to suffer Power to wait
Rom 15:4 Heb 6:13-15
4. Steadfastness or Patience is needed
In Tribulations
Acts 14:22 Rom 12:12 1 Pet 4:12-16
1 Pet 2:20-23 Jas 5:10-11
Our Enemies
Lk 6:26 Matt 5:11
Matt 5:43-44 Rom 12:19-21 Heb 12:2-3
With God
Psa 37:1-9 Jas 5:7-8
Jas 1:2-4