2 Timothy 1:3-8

Timothy’s Faith and Heritage

The only way to live and to serve is with a pure conscience

Background info:

Paul is his darkest hour, wasn’t concerned with himself, but his concern was for Timothy

Encouragement to be faithful

Timothy was timid, suffered for physical ailments, and the the temptation was to let people take advantage of him and not to asset his authority as pastor

There was a church transition going on.

Paul was going to be executed and Timothy would carry on the work

1. (V3) I thank God

a) The mind set of Paul, the seasoned soldier

Thankful / Honor to serve God

He served with a pure conscience

Despite His imminent death, Paul never lost focus of His calling and he was mindful of Timothy’s tears

Paul understands its a privilege to serve God

Former blasphemer and persecutor of the faith

Maybe Paul is reflecting as nears the end of His life

Its a labor of love

Hebrews 6:10 “For God is not unjust to forget your work and labor of love which you have shown toward His name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and do minister.”

But its an honor to come alongside of God’s people

How do we serve w/ pure conscience

1.1 Whom I serve with a pure conscience

a) How should I serve Him?

W/ a pure conscience

Paul faithfully prays for Timothy, mindful of his tears