Paul speaks about preaching with your life to Titus. Titus 2:1 As for you, Titus, promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teaching.[1] Not only is Titus to urge the believers to live a life that demonstrates what they believe, but Titus was also to do the same. Titus 2:7 And you yourself must be …
We have a letter from Paul to Titus in the Bible, but who was Titus? He is only mentioned a few scattered times in the New Testament. Paul called him a son in the faith. Titus 1:4 I am writing to Titus, my true son in the faith that we share. [1] From this, we can …
Paul reminded Timothy to work at telling the good news. Timothy had a challenging assignment in Ephesus, and Paul reminded him of the main thing. 2 Timothy 3:5Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you. [1] The word work carries the idea that ministry is hard …
A recurring theme throughout the Bible is the Lord calling us to remain faithful despite the enemy’s schemes. Although life can be difficult, and our circumstances can be exhausting, there is something about pressing into God and relying on His strength, not our own. When we become weary of our circumstances, the enemy plants doubt …
Paul told Timothy that the word of God can’t be chained. Paul’s words are just as valid today as when they were written. Some people call the Bible the most dangerous book in the world. Yes, the Bible is dangerous to God’s enemies, and they know it! Throughout history, there have been attempts to silence …
As Paul penned his second letter to Timothy, he wrote a poem about dying to live. 2 Timothy 2: 11 This is a trustworthy saying: If we die with him, we will also live with him. 12 If we endure hardship, we will reign with him. If we deny him, he will deny us. 13 If we are …
When people know life is ending, their last words become significant. And so it is with Paul. 2 Timothy 4: 8 And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on the day of his return. And the prize is not just for me but for all …
As we look at the letter of Second Timothy, we can see that Paul is passing the torch of leadership. The letter’s greeting gives us insight. 2 Timothy 1:1 This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus. I have been sent out to tell others …
Paul warned Timothy that the enemy sets traps for us to fall into, such as the love of money. But as God’s children, we must aim for and pursue righteousness. If you have had children, sometimes they push the envelope without getting into trouble but coming close. If we push the envelope too close to …
As Paul wrote Timothy, he gave several nuggets of advice, and one is staying true to the faith. We need to be continually alert for spiritual erosion that can occur in our lives. 1 Timothy 4:16 Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the …