SUFFER AS A GOOD SOLDIER OF CHRIST
Keywords 2:3
Endure hardship with us like a
good soldier of Christ Jesus.
1. Be strong in the
grace of Christ Jesus (1-13)
Timothy could be
strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. To raise up gospel
workers who will be
qualified to teach others is a high task. Timothy could be
strong by joining
Paul in suffering like a good soldier, avoiding entangling affairs,
and pleasing his
commanding officer, Jesus. He could be strong by competing
according to the
rules, like a victorious athlete, and also working hard (6).
2. Correctly handle
the word of truth (14-26)
While reminding God’s people of the
gospel truth, Timothy must warn them
against quarreling
about words and godless chatter. These things have no value (14)
and make people more
ungodly (16). Timothy should do his best to live before God
as one approved,
correctly handling the word of truth. The Greek imagery is like
a bricklayer setting
a straight wall. This is labor intensive, but clear and forthright,
leading people on the
straight path to God. God’s people should turn away from
wickedness and become
holy instruments prepared to do any good work.
Prayer Lord, help me to be a
strong soldier for you and handle your word correctly
and flee from evil
desires.
One Word A good soldier of
Christ Jesus
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