Bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas when you come—and the books, especially the parchments. In this one verse we see Paul’s fundamental concerns in reverse priority order: 1) Care for the body (the cloak) - protect what God has given you. Our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. We … Continue reading Fundamentals – 2 Timothy 4:13
Category: 2 Timothy
Strong in Grace – 2 Timothy 2:1
You then, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.. It's a new work week. Duh. It's Monday. Many think yuck! Others say, "Crud" (or worse). We feel tired and the week has just started. Many problems will be blamed on Monday. "Well, you know, it is Monday..." For believers, however, … Continue reading Strong in Grace – 2 Timothy 2:1
God’s Work – 2 Timothy 1:9
He has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began. The work of salvation is solely God's. Father God has saved us. He has done the work. He has made … Continue reading God’s Work – 2 Timothy 1:9
The Word of God – 2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. With this verse we have the God given truth that Scripture is the written revelation of God. He is behind … Continue reading The Word of God – 2 Timothy 3:16-17
