Read 2
Timothy 1
In your journal, write down the things that stick out to
you from today’s Bible reading. Respond to what God shows you as you feel led
(confession, thanksgiving, etc.)
Paul wrote his second
letter to Timothy while he was imprisoned, awaiting execution. This letter was
an offering of strength to Timothy. Even in the face of persecution, Timothy is
told to “not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord” (v 8) and to join in
suffering for His names’ sake. How many of us, if we saw our friends and
mentors facing execution for their faith would react with boldness and
perseverance? This is impossible on our own effort. When our faith is under
pressure we must lean on the gifts God has given us and His spirit of power,
love and self-discipline (vs 6-7).
Prayer
and Meditation
1. Meditate on verse 7. What does this mean in
your life? Commit to memorizing this verse.
2.
Ask
the Holy Spirit if you’ve ever been ashamed of God. Confess any situations He
shows you.
3.
Pray
for someone you know who’s going through a hard time in life right now.
