In Pursuit of a Manly Faith

Summary

Elder Michael Goans preaches from 2 Peter 1, emphasizing the pursuit of a robust, manly faith characterized by virtues such as diligence, courage, and perseverance. He explains that faith is a divine gift received through the righteousness of Christ and that the Christian life requires continual growth and effort beyond initial belief. Goans stresses the importance of adding to faith qualities like knowledge, temperance, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness, and charity to live faithfully in a challenging, secular culture. The sermon calls believers to mature spiritually and steadfastly embrace the promises and knowledge of God.