Pauls visit to miletus on his way to jerusalem acts 20. In the presence of god and of christ jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, i solemnly urge you. He was certain that he had indeed overcome and would be given his crown of victory and honor when christ returned the crown of life consists of eternal, imperishable living. You who are parents do not let all your responsibilities and all the demands on your time keep you from running well for the lord. This pastoral epistle is a great book to study as a group and i am excited that you are taking the time to lead others through it. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. But have nothing to do with worldly fables fit only for old women. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible. In the new testament, out of the thirteen letters written by paul, seven have been certified today as being authentic rom 1 and 2 cor. Timothy did not make excuses, but preached the message of hope. He had been faithful and had dedicated his life to doing good works, specifically preaching the gospel among the gentiles. It seems clear that 2 timothy, as well as the other pastorals, refers to history.
Before god and before christ jesus who is to be judge of the living and the dead, i charge you, in the name of his appearing and of his kingdom. The second epistle to timothy sermon outlines mark a. I have fought the good fight, i have finished the race, and i have remained faithful. If someone asks you this week, do you like your job. I charge you therefore before god and the lord jesus hrist, who will judge the living and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom. World wide study bible 2 timothy 4 christian classics.
The apostle had endured strong temptation and terrible persecutions. Finish the race, keep the faith with a yellow cross below. Prayer and godly living facilitate spreading the gospel 2. Now viewing scripture range from the book of 2 timothy chapter 4. Offer encouragement and support with a memorial or funeral gift that says i care i have fought a good fight i have finished my coursei have kept the faith henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness ii timothy 4. I dont know about you, but i have the greatest job in the world. In these two opening verses, paul tells timothy how to preach the word. But i do not consider my life of any account as dear to. Now the spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons. The christian minister must keep a proper balance, avoiding the myths and fables that have crept into christianity, and instead exercising devotion just. This verse is taken from pauls last letter before his death, addressed to timothy during pauls second imprisonment in rome, and in this study we will examine what it means to fight the good fight. We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. For to this end we toil and strive, because we have our hope set on the living god, who is the savior of all people, especially of those who believe.
Paul wanted timothy to know the importance of preaching the word. As paul looked toward his coming death, he also looked back and gave three positive statements about his ministry. Appeal is also used to reprove, rebuke, and exhort. The greeks put much importance on bodily exercise, because athletic events were of great importance to them. Jan 05, 2015 the christian minister must keep a proper balance, avoiding the myths and fables that have crept into christianity, and instead exercising devotion just as athlete preparing for competition. Also, download our free printable pdf scripture download to meditate and memorize them too. Preach like a herald who made announcements to people. Pauls mind rested when he contemplated the close of his earthly work. Timothy preached with conviction, warning, and appeal. The time is always right to send words of encouragement.
Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives. Charge translates a strong word from biblical greek diamarturomai, also often translated testified such. But i do not consider my life of any account as dear to myself, so that i may finish my course and the ministry which i received from the lord jesus, to testify solemnly of the gospel of the grace of god. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. Date of 2 timothy the date of 2 timothy depends on whether or not it must fit into the history of acts. Paul was ready to pass the mantle on to young men like timothy and titus, to take care of the churches in the gentile world. Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the. The second epistle to timothy table of contents serving god with a pure conscience 1. Stop for just a moment and consider what you enjoy about your work.
In chapter 3, pauls personal appeal to timothy gave three final admonitions. Refute falsehood, correct error, give encouragement but do all with patience and with care. First, he declared confidence in his own efforts for the sake of christ. What would you say about your life if you were looking back and summing up in brief words what had been accomplished. With the olympics in full swing, i thought it might be interesting to look at how the apostle paul uses the example of physical exercise to illustrate a great spiritual truth. Oct 24, 2010 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. Paul said that he had kept the faith, he evidently believed that there was a faith to keep. On the other hand, discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness. With the olympics in full swing, i thought it might be interesting to look at how the apostle paul uses the example of physical exercise to illustrate a. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
It is one of the three pastoral epistles, 1st timothy, 2nd timothy. Free reading plans and devotionals related to 2 timothy 4. But refuse profane and old wives fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. Results that are worth the price of diligence and worth all the effort we can put into them.
If pauline authorship is dismissed, then there are many possibilities. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the lord. Yes, of gentiles also, since god is onewho will justify. You young people before me this evening make a pledge, a commitment, to run and to keep on running the christian race. Working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the. Paul was appointed a preacher, apostle, and teacher of the gospel to the gentiles 2. I charge you therefore before god and the lord jesus christ, who will judge the living and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom a. I have fought the good fight, i have finished the race, i have kept the faith.
Introductionto1timothy theapostlepaulprobablywrotethislettertotimothyinthemid. The apostle looked back on his life and saw what he had accomplished. Paul uses three phrases that sum up his lifes accomplishments. I have fought the good fight, i have finished the course, i have kept the faith. He was certain that he had indeed overcome and would be given his crown of victory and honor when christ returned.
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