2 Timothy 4 - 5.31.23

Scripture

2 Timothy 4:18 NIV

“The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”

Observation

Paul is encouraging Timothy with some last words, because he knows that his time is coming to an end (death is near); however, he has fought the good fight, ran a good race, kept the faith and is looking forward to his departure to be with Jesus. (verses 6-8)

Some things that Paul encourages Timothy with is to preach the Word in and out of season and also gave a warning that there will come a time when people will no longer put up with sound doctrine (verses 2-3). He must ENDURE hardship and keep his head in all situations. (verse 5)

Lastly, Paul spoke about everyone who deserted him and didn’t support him.  He said, ”May it not be held against them.” (verse 16b).  The Lord stood by his side through it all so that the message would be proclaimed! (verse 17)

Application

We must always be prepared if we want to fight a good fight, finish the race well and keep the faith like Paul did.

If you missed Pastor Levi’s sermon on Sunday on the Belt of Truth, here’s a link: https://youtu.be/TMG_u8agg94

Some ways we stay prepared is by having our armor on. Be in the Word everyday, go to church on Sunday, and attend our Wednesday Worship and Bible study! Our next one is next Wednesday, June 7th at 6:30p.

Just like Moses said during last Sunday’s dismissal, we don’t want the devil to catch us with our pants down! 

Prayer 

Dear Lord, I want to say just like Paul that I fought a good fight, ran the race, kept the faith, and preached Your Word even through obstacles. Even when people deserted Paul and didn’t support him because they turned away from the Truth, he still remained faithful to You. I pray that I (we) would do the same. I pray that we would always be prepared to give an answer for the hope we have in You. Amen. 

-Michelle Gaddi