Lessons from Timothy
Riches, Generosity, and Future Treasures
Balance earthly wealth with generosity, with God in the middle of it all! 1 Timothy 6:17-19 – “Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich…
Fight the Good Fight II
Fight the Good fight! 1 Timothy 6:11-12 – But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.
The Love of Money
A genuine relationship with God makes a person rich. 1 Timothy 6:6-10 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. 8 But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. 9 Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful…
The Christian Olympics
Godliness is an eternal win. 1 Timothy 4:7-9 – Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives’ tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly. “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it.
Sound Doctrine and Sinister Lies
Serve your Savior and encourage your brother with good teaching. 1 Timothy 4:1-6 – “Now the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last times some will turn away from the true faith; they will follow deceptive spirits and teachings that come from demons. These people are hypocrites and liars, and their consciences are dead. They will say it is wrong to be…
Retreat ’21: The Power to Change
The Holy Spirit is our path to power, love, and self-control 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
Seventeen Inches and Truth
God’s truth is timeless 1 Timothy 3:14-15 – Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that, if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.
God’s Chosen Youth
God’s chosen youth will strive to be a holy example to all. 1 Timothy 4:12 – Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.
God’s Chosen Women
God’s chosen women are called to a lifestyle that will never again be acceptable in the eyes of the world. 1 Timothy 2:9-14 – And I want women to be modest in their appearance. They should wear decent and appropriate clothing and not draw attention to themselves by the way they fix their hair or by wearing gold or pearls or expensive clothes. For women who claim…
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