“2 Timothy 2”

Tuesday, August 08, 2017

In chapter two, Paul continues to give final instructions to the young evangelist, Timothy. They have been fellow soldiers for a long time now, since Timothy’s own conversion to Christ during Paul’s first preaching journey. He traveled with Paul on the second journey.

He ties the Christian’s strength to God’s grace (verse 1). A proper understanding of God’s grace makes a disciple stronger in the Lord. Realizing that God loves you so much that He sent His Son to die for you allows one to be bold, aggressive and confident.

Verses 14-26 describe the firm foundation on which a servant of the Lord rests his hope. Paul encourages Timothy (and us) to study God’s word carefully, to not engage in foolish and ignorant disputes and to humbly correct those who oppose the truth.

Outline

• Verses 1-13 – be strong in the Lord
• Verses 14-26 – the solid foundation

--Roger Hillis

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