Partakers of Divine Nature

Devotional Passage:  2 Peter 1:1-4

Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises:  that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.  2 Peter 1:4

While you were growing up, were your parents good at keeping promises?  If Dad promised to take you to the ball game, did he keep his word?  If Mom promised you could have a sleepover, did she stick to her word or change her mind at the last minute?  Many parents treat their promises flippantly.  Without realizing it, they build or destroy their children's trust with each little promise kept or broken.

God promised a Savior.  He kept that promise in Jesus of Nazareth.  Through Jesus we not only have eternity with God but can participate in becoming like God.  We can enjoy daily fellowship with God's divine nature through His Son.

Also, through Jesus we can escape the corruption of this world.  We can run from our sinful tendencies into the protecting arms of Jesus -- not just in eternity but in the here and now.

Father, thank You that You've kept all Your promises in Jesus Christ Your Son.