Today's Good News

04/22           2 Peter 3:18

“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.”

Key Points:

  1. Growth is a Lifelong Process – Maturity in Christ is ongoing (Philippians 1:6).
  2. Grace and Knowledge Go Together – We must grow in both understanding and love (Ephesians 3:17-19).
  3. Spiritual Growth Brings Glory to God – A transformed life reflects Christ (Matthew 5:16).
  4. Eternal Perspective Sustains Growth – Our focus is not just this life, but eternity (Colossians 3:2).

YOU ARE SHAPING ME

(Verse 1)
Not by striving, not by strength,
But by the grace that carries me,
A path unknown, a way unseen,
Yet You remain my guide.

(Verse 2)
In every season, through every test,
I will lean into Your name,
Not in fear, not in doubt,
But in the grace that leads me on.

(Verse 3)
Teach my heart to know You more,
To seek the wisdom of Your way,
To walk with patience, step by step,
And trust in all You are.

(Verse 4)
Until the day when all is clear,
And faith is sight before the throne,
I will stand and I will grow,
For You are shaping me.

(Chorus)
Grow me deep, lead me on,
Let my life reflect Your truth,
Not for self, not for gain,
But for the glory of Your name.

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Clay Corvin

Clay Corvin is currently a Bible Teacher and occasional preacher at Bethel Community Baptist Church in New Orleans. He is the retired VP Business and Professor of Admin at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary after completing 38 years as their Business Administrator. He was the pastor at the Brantley Baptist Center for twenty-five years. He is married to Carol Corvin and the father of three children and has three grandchildren. He ministers today as Co-pastor of the Bethel Community Baptist Church and seeks to share the Gospel with everyone. Jesus is Lord!