Time of Departure

Scott Beyer
12/21/23 - Bulletin

“…and the time of my departure has come.” (2 Timothy 4:6)

            Paul’s departure is his death.  He is talking about his imminent execution by beheading, but he describes it like we would talk about getting on an airplane.  Planes arrive and depart all the time, and when they depart, they go on to new and exciting destinations.  Paul talks about death as a leg in the journey.

            It isn’t death; it’s just a departure.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-12

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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