2 Peter 1:3–5
Believers’ Salvation and the Work of God
1:3 I can pray this because his divine power12 has bestowed on us everything necessary13 for life and godliness through the rich knowledge14 of the one who called15 us by16 his own glory and excellence. 1:4 Through these things17 he has bestowed on us his precious and most magnificent promises, so that by means of what was promised18 you may become partakers of the divine nature,19 after escaping20 the worldly corruption that is produced by evil desire.21 1:5 For this very reason,22 make every effort23 to add to your faith excellence,24 to excellence, knowledge;