Use these for group work, or to assist your personal reflection.
- When you hear the expression ‘fight the good fight’, what does this suggest to you about living the Christian life?
- How did you make your confession of faith in Christ Jesus?
- What does the coming of Christ in glory mean to you and to the church fellowship of which you are a part?
Use the programme which can be found on the link ‘discipleship challenges’. The ‘worksheet’ will help you follow through anything you feel is right to take up. The following notes are for your interest and consideration.
Personal comment:
I think that this passage purposefully builds up to the picture of Christ coming again in glory because Paul wanted Timothy to be excited as he was about the magnificent wonder and majesty of God. The words Paul used to describe the God-head are remarkable, and have been used in many hymns over the years. I doubt if you can read verses 15 and 16 without thinking of some hymn or song you know which echoes these words!
Ideas for discipleship programme
- In what ways do we encourage each other as God’s people. Think of ways in which you can encourage others within the life of your own church, and perhaps challenge them as well with the words of scripture!
- Pray about the issue of the Lord’s coming again in glory. Put aside some time and let yourself be challenged by the whole idea and the magnificence of Paul’s description of His glory. Let God guide you in your thoughts according to His will.
Lord Jesus, touch our lives with Your love and compassion, and as we receive from You, may we be empowered to be Your messengers of peace, love and compassion for others. May we always be willing to share the blessings we have received: AMEN
