1) God will judge the living and the dead. Jesus will establish His kingdom on the Earth.
2) We must spread (preach) the Word of God whether or not the time is right (favorable). Patiently correct, point out errors, warn people, rebuke, and encourage with good teaching. Remember to be patient.
3) This is the time when people will not listen to accurate teachings; sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and look for teachers who tell them what they want to hear.
4) People will reject the truth and chase after lies.
5) We must keep a clear head in every situation. Don’t be afraid to suffer for the Lord because of truth. Work at telling others about Jesus Christ and carrying out the ministry that God has given you.
6) We must offer our life as a sacrifice to God, pouring it out like water.
7) We must fight the good fight of faith and finish the race; being faithful.
8) A crown of righteousness awaits all of us that have God’s approval. This crown will be given to us as a prize when Jesus Christ appears to all that eagerly await His coming.
9) There will be some people who will abandon the truth, falling in love with the present world.
10) Make a point to be useful and helpful in spreading the Word of God.
11) God will judge those that do harm to those that are in right standing with Him.
12) Some people will oppose the truth of God’s Word; watch out for them!
13) Sometimes people will not support you when you’re right.
14) God will support you and give you strength.
15) God will deliver us from every evil attack and bring us safely into His heavenly kingdom.
16) All the glory belongs to God forever and ever! Amen
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Keys of Truth: Second Timothy (Chapter 3)
1) We must understand this: the last days will be very difficult and violent.
2) This is the reason why: people will only love themselves and their money; they will brag, be arrogant and use abusive language; children will curse their parents, be unthankful, and have no respect for what is holy.
3) People will lack normal affection for their families. They will be unloving and unforgiving; they will insult each other, and have no self-control. They will be cruel and hate what is godly.
4) They will betray their friends, be reckless and full of pride (conceited); loving pleasures more than they love God.
5) They will appear godly and religious; however, they will reject God’s power that makes us godly. Stay away from people like that!
6) These ungodly people find ways to become a part of your life, gaining your confidence, taking advantage of your weakness (openness and vulnerability) and guilt of sin that comes from being controlled by all kinds of desires.
7) Such people easily embrace any new teaching, but they are never able to understand or recognize the truth.
8) The teachers of these new ideas oppose the truth of God’s word; having corrupt minds and teaching a faith that is counterfeit.
9) However, these false teachers will not be able to do this much longer; soon everyone will recognize their teachings are stupid.
10) We must remember the teaching that we receive from God’s word. We will then understand our purpose in life; come to a true faith, having patience and love with endurance.
11) We will suffer and be persecuted because we desire to witness and live godly lives. However, God will be with us and rescue us if necessary.
12) Everyone who wants to live godly will be singled out and treated badly.
13) But evil people and false teachers and preachers will go from bad to worse as they mislead people, being misled themselves.
14) We must remain faithful to the principles we have been taught, knowing that they are truth. We know our Pastor and those that teach us.
15) Some of us have heard the Word of God from our childhood. The Word of God is powerful and gives us wisdom so that we can be saved through faith in Christ Jesus.
16) All scripture is inspired by God; useful for teaching, pointing out errors, correcting and training us for a life that has God’s approval. God’s word teaches us what is true, helping us realize what is wrong in our lives.
17) God uses His Word to completely prepare and equip us to do every good work; enabling us to do good things.
2) This is the reason why: people will only love themselves and their money; they will brag, be arrogant and use abusive language; children will curse their parents, be unthankful, and have no respect for what is holy.
3) People will lack normal affection for their families. They will be unloving and unforgiving; they will insult each other, and have no self-control. They will be cruel and hate what is godly.
4) They will betray their friends, be reckless and full of pride (conceited); loving pleasures more than they love God.
5) They will appear godly and religious; however, they will reject God’s power that makes us godly. Stay away from people like that!
6) These ungodly people find ways to become a part of your life, gaining your confidence, taking advantage of your weakness (openness and vulnerability) and guilt of sin that comes from being controlled by all kinds of desires.
7) Such people easily embrace any new teaching, but they are never able to understand or recognize the truth.
8) The teachers of these new ideas oppose the truth of God’s word; having corrupt minds and teaching a faith that is counterfeit.
9) However, these false teachers will not be able to do this much longer; soon everyone will recognize their teachings are stupid.
10) We must remember the teaching that we receive from God’s word. We will then understand our purpose in life; come to a true faith, having patience and love with endurance.
11) We will suffer and be persecuted because we desire to witness and live godly lives. However, God will be with us and rescue us if necessary.
12) Everyone who wants to live godly will be singled out and treated badly.
13) But evil people and false teachers and preachers will go from bad to worse as they mislead people, being misled themselves.
14) We must remain faithful to the principles we have been taught, knowing that they are truth. We know our Pastor and those that teach us.
15) Some of us have heard the Word of God from our childhood. The Word of God is powerful and gives us wisdom so that we can be saved through faith in Christ Jesus.
16) All scripture is inspired by God; useful for teaching, pointing out errors, correcting and training us for a life that has God’s approval. God’s word teaches us what is true, helping us realize what is wrong in our lives.
17) God uses His Word to completely prepare and equip us to do every good work; enabling us to do good things.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Keys of Truth: Second Timothy (Chapter 2)
1) We can be strong through the grace (power) that God gives us in Christ Jesus.
2) The message of the Gospel, and the reality of the life we now live in Jesus Christ, must be taught; being confirmed by those that are reliable witness. These truths are to be taught and shared by those that are trustworthy.
3) We will suffer as good soldiers of Christ Jesus, and we must endure the suffering.
4) As Christians we must be careful not to love the ways of the world.
5) If we are going to be winners in this Christian life, we must live by the rules (godly principles).
6) Those that are committed to the work will reap the benefits of their labor.
7) Remember that Jesus Christ, a descendent of David, was raised from the dead. This is the Gospel we preach. Those of us entrusted with preaching the gospel may suffer and be hindered. However, the Gospel and its power will never be stopped. Those that preach must be willing to endure anything, if it brings salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.
8) If we die to the old-self (old person that we were), we will live in and with Jesus Christ.
9) If we endure the hardship of discipleship, we will reign with Christ. If we deny Him, He will deny us. Though we are unfaithful, God remains faithful. He cannot deny who He is, or be untrue to Himself.
10) We are instructed, not to fight over words; such arguments are useless, and can ruin those that hear us fighting (arguing).We must be diligent about presenting ourselves to God, as tried and true workers; being able to clearly teach and explain the Word of God. This will have God’s approval.
11) Avoid pointless and foolish discussions. People who engage in such talk will become more ungodly. This kind of talk spreads like cancer. We must resist all temptations, which lead us away from true faith.
12) God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription, “the Lord knows those that are His and “all that belong to God must turn away from evil.”
13) Those that stop (keep yourself pure) associating with dishonorable people will be honored. They will be set apart for God’s use, being ready to do good things.
14) Avoid anything that stimulates youthful uncontrolled desires. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the company of people who worship God with a pure heart.
15) Those of us that serve God must be kind to everyone; able to teach and be patient with difficult people.
16) Let us pray that God will change the hearts of those that oppose, and refuse to believe the truth. Then they will escape the devil’s trap; and his control of them will end.
2) The message of the Gospel, and the reality of the life we now live in Jesus Christ, must be taught; being confirmed by those that are reliable witness. These truths are to be taught and shared by those that are trustworthy.
3) We will suffer as good soldiers of Christ Jesus, and we must endure the suffering.
4) As Christians we must be careful not to love the ways of the world.
5) If we are going to be winners in this Christian life, we must live by the rules (godly principles).
6) Those that are committed to the work will reap the benefits of their labor.
7) Remember that Jesus Christ, a descendent of David, was raised from the dead. This is the Gospel we preach. Those of us entrusted with preaching the gospel may suffer and be hindered. However, the Gospel and its power will never be stopped. Those that preach must be willing to endure anything, if it brings salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.
8) If we die to the old-self (old person that we were), we will live in and with Jesus Christ.
9) If we endure the hardship of discipleship, we will reign with Christ. If we deny Him, He will deny us. Though we are unfaithful, God remains faithful. He cannot deny who He is, or be untrue to Himself.
10) We are instructed, not to fight over words; such arguments are useless, and can ruin those that hear us fighting (arguing).We must be diligent about presenting ourselves to God, as tried and true workers; being able to clearly teach and explain the Word of God. This will have God’s approval.
11) Avoid pointless and foolish discussions. People who engage in such talk will become more ungodly. This kind of talk spreads like cancer. We must resist all temptations, which lead us away from true faith.
12) God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription, “the Lord knows those that are His and “all that belong to God must turn away from evil.”
13) Those that stop (keep yourself pure) associating with dishonorable people will be honored. They will be set apart for God’s use, being ready to do good things.
14) Avoid anything that stimulates youthful uncontrolled desires. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the company of people who worship God with a pure heart.
15) Those of us that serve God must be kind to everyone; able to teach and be patient with difficult people.
16) Let us pray that God will change the hearts of those that oppose, and refuse to believe the truth. Then they will escape the devil’s trap; and his control of them will end.
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