2 Timothy 4:1-8

-Paul gave a charge to Timothy in light of the false teachers that loomed around Ephesus

v.1 - 2 = the charge

-Paul gave a charge (warn, urge)

-in the presence of God the Father and God the Son

-with in mind that Jesus will return - He will judge the living and the dead

1 Thessalonians 4:16–18 (ESV)

2 Corinthians 5:10 (ESV)

-in regards to reward not eternal judgment Rev. 20

Revelation 20 (ESV)

-commands

-preach the Word - declare the good news, expound the Scriptures

How?

-ready in season and out (convenient, uncomfortable)

-give instruction from the Word, with patience

v.3-4 - the reason for the charge

-many would not put up with sound doctrine, do not want the truth of God’s Word

-They find teachers that suit their own desires, itching - to feel a crave, long for excitement, that which flashes

-wander - a slow progression away from the truth

v. 5 - personal charge

-always be sober-minded - to live in a state of alertness

-endure suffering, hardship

v.6-8 - Paul’s departure was at hand

-finishing the race

Acts 20:24 (ESV)

1 Corinthians 9:25 (ESV)