Spirit
Read 2 Timothy 1.3-14
“What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching, with faith and love in Christ Jesus ..” (2 Tim.1.13)
This short letter of Paul to a younger colleague is an extended treatment on the calling of the pastor/teacher: Timothy is just such a teacher, called to serve the church in Ephesus – and facing many challenges.
From what Paul writes here, what did he see as the biggest ‘challenge(s)’ in the ministry to which Timothy had been called in Ephesus?
In what ways will the Holy Spirit help you in the face of all your challenges, according to what Paul writes to Timothy?
Prayer: Thank You, O my Father, for giving us Your Son, and leaving Your Spirit ‘til the work on earth is done: grant me today His wisdom, strength, boldness and grace.