Bible Study: Philemon
I appeal to you for my child, Onesimus, whose father I became in my imprisonment. 11 (Formerly he was useless to you, but now he is indeed useful to you and to me.) 12 I am sending him back to you, sending my very heart
Philemon vs. 10-12 ESV
Bible Study - Titus 1
For an overseer, as God’s steward, must be above reproach. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered or a drunkard or violent or greedy for gain, but hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined.
Titus 1:7-8 ESV
Bible Study - 2 Timothy 4
For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4:6-7 ESV
Busier Than a One-Armed Paper Hanger
Their community was a daily rhythm. It protected them, deepened their relationships, provided for those in need, and let them experience the favor of God and others...all while they kept sharing the story of Jesus.
Bible Study - 2 Timothy 3
All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 ESV
Bible Study - 2 Timothy 2
The saying is trustworthy, for: If we have died with him, we will also live with him; 12 if we endure, we will also reign with him; if we deny him, he also will deny us; 13 if we are faithless, he remains faithful— for he cannot deny himself.
2 Timothy 2:11-13 ESV
It Will Change…
My biggest mistake through all the change I've experienced was running ahead. That's why "let it come to you" is the best advice I can give you.
Bible Study - 2 Timothy 1
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
2 Timothy 1:6–7 ESV
Bible Study - I Timothy 6
But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world.
1 Timothy 6:6–7 ESV
Your Age is Not Your Excuse
Here’s the truth. Your age has never been what qualifies you to lead. Your example is.
Bible Study - I Timothy 5
Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, nor take part in the sins of others; keep yourself pure.
1 Timothy 5:22 ESV
Bible Study - I Timothy 4
Command and teach these things. Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
1 Timothy 4:11–12 ESV
The Visit Nobody Wants
Why does a pastor do hospital visits? Because it's one of the most tangible ways to minister the truth of the Bible. God brings three amazing gifts into our lives: His power, His presence, and His peace.
Bible Study - I Timothy 3
Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.
1 Timothy 3:16 ESV
Bible Study - I Timothy 2
For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time.
1 Timothy 2:5–6 ESV
Bible Study - I Timothy
The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost. 16 But I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience as an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life.
1 Timothy 1:15–16 ESV
It’s Testing Day
So why would we approach life's tests any differently? The key is knowing you.