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Love His appearing Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.     2 Timothy 4:8 The older I get the more I love the thought ofContinue reading “March 9,2021”

 The last word Preach the Word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching. 2 Timothy 4:2 This is the last chapter Paul wrote to Timothy and you can hear the sense of urgency in his words.  He knows these were theContinue reading “March 8, 2021”

Equip yourself All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.  2 Timothy 3:16&17 In this passage, Paul is teaching Timothy some things about the written Word of God. Continue reading “March 7, 2021”

He will deliver you You have carefully followed my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, love, perseverance, persecutions, afflictions, which happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra—what persecutions I endured. Out of them all the Lord delivered me.                  2 Timothy 3:10 & 11 Timothy was a student.  He learned from PaulContinue reading “March 6, 2021”

 Last Days But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: 2 Timothy 3:1 What a great warning.  I love how this chapter starts.  The Holy Spirit, through the apostle Paul makes this announcement to Timothy and to all the church, including us today.  The first thing he says is “know this”. Continue reading “March 5, 2021”

Vessel of honor But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay, some for honor and some for dishonor.  2 Timothy 2:20 This is a scripture I am familiar with, and maybe you are too.  I have never written about it or even usedContinue reading “March 4, 2021”

Seal of approval Work hard (study) so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 How do you get good at doing something?  Whether it’s your career, your family orContinue reading “March 3, 2021”

Unchained And because I preach this Good News, I am suffering and have been chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained.  2 Timothy 2:9 I love this phrase and it is such an awesome and sobering thought to consider.  The Word of God cannot be chained or locked up.  God’sContinue reading “March 2, 2021”

Entangled No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier.  2 Timothy 2:4 Wow!  This is quite a vivid picture and one worth considering for a minute.  Imagine being enlisted in the military, called up to active duty.  Think aboutContinue reading “March 1, 2021”

Connect, Care and Grow And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.  2 Timothy 2:2 In this passage, Paul is telling Timothy to teach faithful people who will continue to teach others the message that Paul is preaching. Continue reading “February 28, 2021”