Day 20 - 2 Timothy 4:1-8

I solemnly urge you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who will someday judge the living and the dead when he comes to set up his Kingdom: 2 Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.

3 For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will reject the truth and chase after myths.

5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.

6 As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to God. The time of my death is near. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. 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 who eagerly look forward to his appearing.

Terrie's Comments:

May we be true to whatever God calls me to do from now until the day of His appearing.  May we remain faithful to the calling and cling to righteousness.  I am eagerly looking forward to the appearing of Jesus Christ so I will be delivered from all the cares and distractions of this world.


Tori's Comments:

"Preach the word of God." This verse is directed at me, too. Not just preachers. I am suppose to evangelize, to spread the good news, to share my faith. Do I see that in my life?



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