be empowered by grace in Christ Jesus 2 Timothy 2:1 be empowered by grace in Christ Jesus
Pass on what you have learnt 2 Timothy 2:2 Pass on what you have learnt
Three analogies: Soldier, Athlete, Farmer 2 Timothy 2:3-7 Three analogies: Soldier, Athlete, Farmer Endure hardships Don't get entangled with wrong things Compete by the rules Work hard
2 Timothy 2:8-10 This is the Gospel we preach and for which we are also willing to endure hardships, so that others can obtain salvation.
in the midst of enduring hardships... if we die, we will live 2 Timothy 2:11-13 So this is our hope, in the midst of enduring hardships... if we die, we will live if we endure, we will reign
2 Timothy 2:14-15 Be diligent... A, present yourself approved to God B, be a worker who does not need to be ashamed C, rightly divide the Word of truth
2 Timothy 2:16-18 Avoid useless talk
Four requirements to a vessel of honor: 2 Timothy 2:19-21 Four requirements to a vessel of honor: #1, cleansed (departing from sin) #2, sanctified (set apart unto the Lord, holy) #3, useful (available, easily used) #4, prepared (equipped, ready)
"with those who call on the Lord 2 Timothy 2:22 "with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart"
2 Timothy 2:23-26 It is God who will have to work in their hearts drawing them to a place of repentance and acknowledging of the truth Engage in prayer
KEY TAKE AWAY 2 Timothy 2:21 Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.