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 - September 25, 2003
Ezekiel #2
Glory is winning; it is reputation; it's what God wants to reveal and share. Who is sufficient for the things God has called us to? (2Co 2:16). "Sufficient" harkens back to old testament El-Shaddai "the all-sufficient God" in Greek translated sufficiency (2Co 3:3-6). Law tells us we are sinners but it came with glory (2Co 3:7-10) We were created for glory (Isa 43:7, Psa 8:1-9). At the moment of salvation we participated in greater, transforming glory (2Co 3:11-14). As He is so we are in the world (1Jo 4:17). When we look into the word of God , we see ourselves as we are. Dynamic glory -- the treasure of the knowledge of Christ (1Co 4:6-16).
Scripture References: John 4:17, Psalms 8:1-9, Isaiah 43:7
From Series: "Ezekiel - 2002"
Ezekiel's vision of God's glory effected his life.