3. What has God given to us to enable us to become godly in character? 2 Peter 1:3.
NOTE: ‘Having received the faith of the gospel, the next work of the believer is to add to his character virtue, and thus cleanse the heart and prepare the mind for the reception of the knowledge of God. This knowledge is the foundation of all true education and of all true service. It is the only real safeguard against temptation; and it is this alone that can make one like God in character. Through the knowledge of God and of His Son Jesus Christ, are given to the believer “all things that pertain unto life and godliness.” No good gift is withheld from him who sincerely desires to obtain the righteousness of God.’ Acts of the Apostles, page 530.
4. How does God bring to us “all things that pertain unto life and godliness”? 2 Peter 1:4.
NOTE: ‘It is the glory of God to give His virtue to His children. He desires to see men and women reaching the highest standard; and when by faith they lay hold of the power of Christ, when they plead His unfailing promises, and claim them as their own, when, with an importunity that will not be denied, they seek for the power of the Holy Spirit, they will be made complete in Him.’ Acts of the Apostles, page 530.