Saved & Called to a Holy Life by God’s Grace – 2 Timothy 1:9
God saved us, and called us to live a holy life. And it is by his grace and purpose. The call to holiness is a privilege he gives us.
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. (2 Cor. 4:7 NIV)
Studies from Paul’s first letter to Timothy
God saved us, and called us to live a holy life. And it is by his grace and purpose. The call to holiness is a privilege he gives us.
Paul warns Timothy to not allow the teaching of false doctrines. These cause controversy, rather than building up the body of Christ.
How has God gifted you to serve within the church? However he has, don’t neglect your gift and so hurt the body, as well as yourself. Use it to the fullest.
All believers, not just preachers and teachers, need to watch our lives and doctrine closely. It is important both for ourselves and those we influence.
Paul calls on us to live a much more active life for Christ than we commonly do. Lace-up the gloves and fight the good fight of the faith.
As members, or leaders, in a local church, how should we respond to an accusation of sin on the part of our leadership?
Paul advised Timothy to avoid things in this life that distract, and to focus on training in godliness. Training with value for eternity.
Is it only pastors whose expectations are to be above reproach, faithful in their marriage and self-controlled? Or should that be true of all believers?
Guard against teachers who promote false doctrines. Never forget the importance of sound doctrine in promoting love and unity.
Holding to the deep truths of the faith is a stated qualification for being a deacon. It really should also be a goal for all believers.