His divine power has given us everything we
need for life and godliness through our
knowledge of Him Who called us by His
own glory and goodness. Through these
He has given us His very great and
precious promises, so that through them
you may participate in the divine nature
and escape the corruption in the world
caused by evil desires.
For this reason, make every effort to add
to your faith goodness, and to goodness,
knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control;
and to self-control, perseverance; and to
perseverance, godliness; and to godliness,
brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness,
love.
For if you possess these qualities in
increasing measure, they will keep
you from being ineffective and
unproductive in your knowledge … Continue Reading