McCollum

Even while dying on the cross, Jesus was concerned about his family, He instructed John to care for Mary , Jesus' mother. Jesus had trust in John that he would take care of His mother same as He had Loved Jesus. Our families are precious gifts from God, and we should value and care for them under all circumstances.

You and I are most responsible for killing Jesus, because of our sins that He takes upon His-self for us. Our corruption, our weakness and pettiness. Without Jesus' bearing our sins upon himself, none of us could be forgiven.

Travel during Winter is more difficult, because of ice, snow, and storms. Because the way through the Mediterranean will soon be closed and Timothy will not be able to get through to Paul. I would like to think that the Lord will keep me in my right mind, and I would drop everything and make my way immediately to Paul if I were Timothy.

When Paul had been abandoned by Demas because he loved the present world. He could not endure the hardships of the ministry. Just as Paul, when our friends that start out with us is no longer faithful on the missionary journey it cause us to want to here encouraging word from other friends who have not abandoned their faith in Jesus Christ. The Lord is faithful, Paul stated in (V 17a). But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me, The Lord is always their for the asking, Praise The Lord, Thank you Jesus, and bless His Holy Name.

Life time of faithful service to Christ Jesus. Jesus will return with rewards for those who stick it out over the long haul, The Crown of righteousness is a special reward given to those who serve God faithfully on this earth. All who have loved His appearing are those believers in Christ who have lived faithfully in the hope of His return.

To persever through struggles, and serve God until the end, and be temperate in all things. However the crown of life is the reward for endurance and suffering for the cause of Christ striving to do the will of God until He calls me home and this earth walk has been finished.

To be watchful "Sober". Endure afflictions the hard toil of ministry, which will have its own reward. An evangelist equips and encourages believers to share the Good News The Gospel Of Christ Jesus.

Paul command to Timothy by calling on God and Jesus Christ to be witnesses to it. He reminds Timothy that Jesus will return in judgement. Paul's charge to Timothy is to preach the word. Preaching God's truth. Be ready to take a stand, perseverance and courage be alert at all times. To my responsibilites, even when it is inconvenient. Longsuffering true Spiritual growth occures over a period of time, through consistent teaching and application of God's Word.

Scripture throughly equipes christians for ministry by fully preparing the person who masters the word of God so that they will never lose their way. Doctrine-teaching of God word, Reproof, conviction, correction setting something straight, instruction training, knowledge and information.

Inspiration of Scriptuer means "God breathed", Paul teaches that God was actively involved in the revelation of His truth to the apostles and prophets, who wrote it down. Doctrine is teaching. Paul highlights correct teaching first and always.