Memories
Pauls Memories & Reminder I remember you constantly in my prayers (v 3) I remember your tears (v 4) I am reminded of your sincere faith (v 5) For this cause I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God (v 6)
Fanning the Flame Fan into flame (Gk. Anazopurein) to kindle afresh or to keep a full flame
Faith on Fire 101 I thank God whom I serve…with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day (v 3) – Serving God with a clear conscience – Constantly praying for others
Faith on Fire 101 As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. (v 4) – Timothys man tears – Pauls joy at possibly seeing Timothy
Faith on Fire 101 l 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. (v 5)
Faith on Fire 101 For this cause I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands (v 6)
Faith on Fire Demonstrated For God gave us a spirit not of fear… (v 7)
Faith on Fire Demonstrated For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power
Faith on Fire Demonstrated For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love
Faith on Fire Demonstrated For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. (v 7)
Faith on Fire Applied What are some indicators in your life that your faith has cooled off a little? What have been ways that you have had the flame of your faith burn brighter?