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II Timothy 1:1-7
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Timothy’s Faith and Heritage
II Timothy 1:1–7
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Boutros-Ghali, the first African Secretary General of the United Nations, has more than a passing interest in politics. His grandfather, Boutros Ghali, the only Christian prime minister of Egypt, was shot by an assassin in 1910. Cairo crowds hailed his Moslem killer, but the fami … More
Persecution spread across the empire which included social ostracism, public torture and murder. Paul was imprisoned for the last time, and he knew he would soon die. As his life drew to a close he realized in a deeper way how dear Timothy is to him. Knowing that he would soon die, Paul was thinking of Timothy and anxious that he would join him in Rome for those last days of fellowship and ministry (vv. 1-2). This would bring joy to Paul’s heart.
Paul was giving Timothy great encouragement knowing that whatever happened he would be in the hands of God, so there was no need to be afraid or worry. Sitting chained in a Roman prison there was little else Paul could do but pray (vv. 3-7). Since Timothy was Paul’s closest companion and he was ministering to the church that Paul knew best he was the most common object of his petitions. Just as Paul prays for Timothy it is good for us to pray for individuals and to tell them we do so.
Paul had watched Timothy’s life and service during those years they were together. He was sure that Timothy’s faith was genuine. Timothy did not need any new spiritual ingredients in his life; all he needed to do was “stir up” what he already had. God’s gifts must be used if they are to reach and maintain their full potential.Application
Who have been some key Christians in my own spiritual heritage? How have they influenced me? What are some ways I plan to pass on my values to the next generation?
II Timothy 1:1-7 (English Standard Version)
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God according to the promise of the life that is in Christ Jesus, To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
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