Paul’s Continued Appeal to Timothy

Wednesday June 17, 2020

Dr. Richard L. Hamm


Having just shared his disappointment over the growing apostasy spreading through Asia, Paul encourages Timothy to be completely devoted to face suffering, to be encouraged by the example of Paul and God’s faithfulness. He addressed Timothy with a direct application: " You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Jesus Christ.” Difficult circumstances, your own weaknesses and fears, and the negative attitudes or unfaithfulness of others should not determine your course in life. Earlier Paul wrote of the power which comes from the Holy Spirit (2 Tim. 1:7), now he informs Timothy of the strength which comes from Jesus Christ.