Tag Archives: 2 Timothy

Adam vs. Christ Jesus

Scripture References – Romans 5:15-21 Verses 15–21 contain six comparisons between Adam and the result of his sin and Jesus and the result of His redemptive work. Each of these verses individually follow a simple pattern. The paragraph opens with … Continue reading

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Illustrated Message 4/19/2023

2 Timothy 3:16-17 All scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness, in order that the person of God may be competent, equipped for every good work. Faithlife Verse of the … Continue reading

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Prophecy vs False Prophecy

There is a movement that has infiltrated the true church that believes in NEW revelation from God apart from the Bible. The sad thing is, the Bible itself warns about this. Don’t just read the Word of God, study to … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 – Shin

Scripture Text – Psalm 119 The emphasis in this the longest psalm, and the basic theme, is on the vital ministry and practical use of the Word of God in the inner spiritual life of God’s children. It describes how … Continue reading

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Life In Focus 2/25/2023

Who Is “Called”? ARE only certain people “called” by God (1 Samuel 3:20)? The issue of “calling” tends to be confusing today. Sometimes people talk about their day-to-day work as if that alone were their callings. “I’m John. I’m a … Continue reading

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2 Timothy 2:1

Wednesday February 15, 2023 2 Timothy 2:1 Be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. How to enjoy this day. This will never come by trying to be happy and yet we are responsible for the conditions of … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 – Zayin

Scripture Text – Psalm 119 The emphasis in this the longest psalm, and the basic theme, is on the vital ministry and practical use of the Word of God in the inner spiritual life of God’s children. It describes how … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 – Vau

Scripture Text – Psalm 119 The emphasis in this the longest psalm, and the basic theme, is on the vital ministry and practical use of the Word of God in the inner spiritual life of God’s children. It describes how … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 – He

Scripture Text – Psalm 119 The emphasis in this the longest psalm, and the basic theme, is on the vital ministry and practical use of the Word of God in the inner spiritual life of God’s children. It describes how … Continue reading

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Psalm 119 – Gimel

Scripture Text – Psalm 119 The emphasis in this the longest psalm, and the basic theme, is on the vital ministry and practical use of the Word of God in the inner spiritual life of God’s children. It describes how … Continue reading

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The Mystery of Christ

For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for you Gentiles—if indeed you have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which was given to me for you, how that by revelation He made known to … Continue reading

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Behind Every Bush

Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. . . . For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this … Continue reading

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Illustrated Message 1/20/2023

2 Timothy 3:16-17 All scripture The Greek phrase used here, pasa graphē, may refer to the totality of Scripture or to every passage of Scripture. Inspired by God Paul uses the Greek term theopneustos here (meaning “God-breathed”) to assure Timothy … Continue reading

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God Is Sovereign Above All – 4

Scripture Text – Daniel 1 Abraham called God “the Judge of all the earth” (Genesis 18:25), and King Hezekiah prayed, “You are God, You alone, of all the kingdoms of the earth.” – 2 Kings 19:15. In Daniel’s day, King Nebuchadnezzar … Continue reading

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God Makes All Things New – 4

Scripture Text – Jeremiah 30-33 These chapters describe the glory of the dawning of a new day for the people of Israel, not only for the exiles in Babylon but also for the Jewish people in the latter days before … Continue reading

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Illustrated Message 1/11/2023

1 Timothy 1:15 Trustworthy and worthy of all acceptance Variations of this formulaic expression occur five times throughout the Pastoral Letters (1 Timothy 3:1; 4:9; 2 Timothy 2:11; Titus 3:8). This phrase serves to introduce or conclude a quotation of … Continue reading

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Approved Unto God

Thursday December 15, 2022 2 Timothy 2:15 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. If you cannot express yourself on any subject, struggle until … Continue reading

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The Perfect Revelation of The Lord – 3

Scripture Text – Psalm 19 Many church lectionaries assigns this psalm to be read on Christmas Day, when the “Sun of Righteousness” came into the world (Malachi 4:2) and the “Living Word” was laid in the manger (John 1:14). The … Continue reading

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The Perfect Revelation of The Lord – 2

Scripture Text – Psalm 19 Many church lectionaries assigns this psalm to be read on Christmas Day, when the “Sun of Righteousness” came into the world (Malachi 4:2) and the “Living Word” was laid in the manger (John 1:14). The … Continue reading

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We Can Remember What They Are

Barzillai the Gileadite also came down from Rogelim to cross the Jordan with the king and to send him on his way from there. Now Barzillai was very old, eighty years of age. He had provided for the king during … Continue reading

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