The epistle of Second Timothy is considered to be one of Paul’s most personal letters. He is writing during his second and final imprisonment to his trusted and beloved son in the faith. Paul knows his execution is imminent. His concern is not for himself, but for Timothy, who must continue in the spiritual battle. His theme, “the good soldier of Jesus Christ” follows that of first Timothy, “Fight the good fight” (1Ti 1:18; 1Ti 6:12).
Gene Cunningham - December 8, 2002
The Seven Churches #4
Rev 2:18-Rev 3:6. Forsaking our first love. 5 steps we see as dangers to the church and the individual believer. The disciplinary pattern of God. 1Co 2:12, We are always moving either forward or backward in our spiritual life. Joh 13:17. Isa 11:2, Rev 1:4, The seven manifestations of the Holy Spirit.
Scripture References: John 13:17, Revelation 3:6, Revelation 2:18, Revelation 1:4, Isaiah 11:2