Remember Who You Are

 Remember Who You Are

Therefore, I will always be ready to remind you of these things, even though you already know them, and have been established in the truth which is present with you. I consider it right, as long as I am in this earthly dwelling, to stir you up by way of reminder, knowing that the laying aside of my earthly dwelling is imminent, as also our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me. And I will also be diligent that at any time after my departure you will be able to call these things to mind (2 Peter 1:12-15 NAS95).

Nothing brings the need for the Gospel in focus more than the imminent possibility of death. Peter has just told his readers to make their call and election sure (2 Peter 1:10). Nothing can so give composure in the prospect, or in the hour, of death, as to know that we have faithfully and simply followed the Lord Jesus, and sought his glory (Matthew Henry).

Therefore, it is not a meritless task to add godly virtues to our faith. Peter wrote that he will always be ready to remind others of this truth. The pursuit of holiness ought to be our way of life. For he who lacks these qualities is blind or short-sighted, having forgotten his purification from his former sins (2 Peter 1:9 NAS95).

Let us never forget what Christ has done for us. Trying to rest upon our laurels is the quickest way to grieve the Holy Spirit. So, be like Peter and let the Gospel message flow from your lips like a never-ending stream of living water. Amen.