The Wisdom of the Proverbs:
Proverbs 26:12 (MSG)
See that man who thinks he’s so smart? You can expect far more from a fool than from him.
The Encouragement of the Psalms:
Psalm 96:9-10 (NLT)
Worship the LORD in all his holy splendor. Let all the earth tremble before him.
Tell all the nations, “The LORD reigns!” The world stands firm and cannot be shaken. He will judge all peoples fairly.
The Hope of the Old Testament:
Psalm 95:1-3 (NLT)
Come, let us sing to the LORD! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation.
Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to him.
For the LORD is a great God, a great King above all gods.
The Gospel Message:
2 Timothy 4:2 (NLT)
Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.
2 Timothy 4:6-8 (NLT)
As for me, my life has already been poured out as an offering to God. The time of my death is near.
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful.
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.
Observation:
Paul gives Timothy the calling and charge of the servant of God. Know your purpose and pursue it with passion and the power of the God who called you to do His work and will.
Never give up and never give in to those who oppose the work. The God who called you is higher than any opposition you will encounter.
Be willing to bear the cross, endure the pain. For those who finish the race will receive the prize; the crown of righteousness which the Lord will give you.
Prayer:
Father God, we delight to worship you. We acknowledge your holy splendor. Father, we come into your presence with thanksgiving, and we sing with joy for you are a great God and the King above all gods.
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1 Samuel 3:10 (NLT)
10 And the LORD came and called as before, “Samuel! Samuel!” And Samuel replied, “Speak, your servant is listening.”
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