2 Timothy 3 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 2 Timothy 3.

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Meditate on verse 1.

 

But realize this, that in the last

 days difficult times will come.

 

The last days started after Christ’s ascension (Acts 1). Timothy and Paul were living in the last days, and so are you.  In the last days, people will be:

·      lovers of self and lovers of money instead of lovers of God

·      boastful, arrogant, and conceited

·      revilers and disobedient to parents

·      ungrateful, unholy, and unloving

·      irreconcilable and malicious gossips

·      without self-control

·      brutal, treacherous, and reckless

·      haters of good and lovers of pleasure

·      holding to a form of godliness, yet denying its power (vs. 2-5)

People have not changed in 2,000 years; we need Christ and His Word to change us for good. 

 

Pray 2 Timothy 3:16-17 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a

faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7). 


       

      “All Scripture is inspired by You, God.

       Let it teach, reprove, correct, and train ________ and me

       in righteousness.  Make us Your people, adequate

       and equipped for every good work.

       In Your name, Jesus~”

 

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

 

2 Timothy 2 - Praying God's Word

Please read 2 Timothy 2.

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Meditate on verses 8-9.

 

Remember Jesus Christ, risen from

 the dead, descendant of David,

according to my Gospel, for which

 I suffer hardship even to

imprisonment as a criminal, but

the word of God is not imprisoned.

 

In the midst of discouragement, it is important to remember.

·      Remember Jesus Christ (v. 8).

·      Remember He rose from the dead (v. 8).

·      Remember God’s Word is not imprisoned (v. 9).

·      Remember salvation in Jesus Christ brings eternal glory (v. 10).

·      Remember if we die with Christ, we will also live with Christ (v. 11).

·      Remember if we endure with Christ, we will reign with Christ (v. 12).

·      Remember Jesus remains faithful—He cannot deny Himself (v. 13).

Remember, remember, remember.  No matter what is happening to you and those you love, remember who Christ is and who you are in Him.  Be encouraged in Christ and His Word.

Pray 2 Timothy 2:1 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 

“LORD, make _________ and me strong in

the grace that is in You, Christ Jesus~”

 

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

2 Timothy 1 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 2 Timothy 1.

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Meditate on verse 7.

 

God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but

 of power and love and discipline.

 

Paul’s first letter to Timothy was filled with instructions for leading the church in Ephesus.  A few years passed; now Paul’s beloved son in the faith needed a letter of personal encouragement.

Even a faithful bond-servant of Christ gets discouraged at times, so although Paul was close to death, imprisoned in Rome, and rejected by many of his friends, he wrote this letter to exhort and encourage Timothy.

There are at least 30 exhortations from Paul to Timothy in this letter, commands to be strong and diligent, to remember Jesus, to do certain things and to avoid doing other things. They are wise words from a concerned spiritual father, and they are words from a loving Heavenly Father to you.

No matter what is happening in your life, remember God saved you and gave you a holy calling (v. 9).  Let God’s Words encourage you today. 

Pray 2 Timothy 1:7-9 and 14 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 “LORD, You have not given ________ and me

a spirit of timidity, but of power and love

 and discipline.  Let us not be ashamed of

 Your testimony, LORD.  Let us not forget

You saved us and called us with a holy

 calling, not according to our works, but

according to Your own purpose and grace

granted to us in You, Christ Jesus, from

all eternity.  Holy Spirit, You dwell in us.  Please

guard the treasure entrusted to us.

 In Your name, Jesus~”

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

 

 

1 Timothy 6 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 1 Timothy 6.

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Meditate on verse 20.

 

O Timothy, guard what has been entrusted

 to you, avoiding worldly and empty

chatter and the opposing arguments

of what is falsely called “knowledge.”

 

Paul closed his letter to Timothy with a plea to guard the truth entrusted to him.  Paul knew when people believed ideas opposite of God’s Word, they would stray from true faith in God (v. 21).

 

Insert your name in place of “Timothy” in the meditation verse.

 

O _______, guard what has been entrusted to

 you, avoiding worldly and empty

chatter and the opposing arguments of

 what is falsely called “knowledge.”

 

God begs you to avoid what the world calls “knowledge.”  If what you read and learn is in opposition to the Bible, it is a lie.  God’s Word is timeless truth; hold fast the Word of Life, so you will not be deceived by Satan, the father of lies (Philippians 2:16; John 8:44).

 

Pray 1 Timothy 6:4-6 and 11-12 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 

“LORD, do not let ________ and me be conceited,

 understanding nothing.  Let us flee from controversial

 questions, disputes about words, envy, strife, abusive

 language, evil suspicions, and constant friction

between men of depraved mind deprived of the truth. 

Make us Godly and content.
Let us pursue

 righteousness, Godliness, faith, love, perseverance,

and gentleness.  Let us fight the good fight of faith

and take hold of the eternal life to which we were called.

Let __________ make the good confession of faith

 in the presence of many witnesses.

 In Your name, Jesus~”

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

 

 

 

1 Timothy 5 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 1 Timothy 5.

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Meditate on verse 22b.

 

Keep yourself free from sin.

 

God’s Word is so practical.  In this part of Paul’s letter to Timothy, specific principles were given for men and women of all ages and in various life situations: married, widowed, leading a church, dealing with sin, and working with others.  Paul even addressed stomach ailments.  God cares about every detail of your life, and He wants you to live the plans and purposes He has for you.

Most of God’s will for your life is contained in the Bible.  Remain faithful to study and live His Word.

Pray 1 Timothy 5:21-22 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 “LORD, may ______ and I maintain Your principles.  

Let us do nothing in a spirit of partiality.


Do not let us share in the sins of others. 

Keep us free from sin.


In Your name, Jesus~”

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

 

 

 

1 Timothy 4 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 1 Timothy 4.

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Meditate on verse 1.

 

But the Spirit explicitly says that in

later times some will fall away

 from the faith, paying attention to

 deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons.

 

Here is a warning from God.  In the last days, people will remove themselves from the truth of God because they pay attention to and are deceived by the demonic.  Today, witches, zombies, vampires, and walking dead things fascinate many.  These topics are not merely adult entertainment, but are in children’s books, movies, and television shows.  These ideas are propagated by liars, searing one’s conscience like a branding iron (v. 2).  Ouch!

 

As Christians, we are called to be pillars and supporters of the truth (1 Timothy 3:15).  It is vital to discipline ourselves for the purpose of Godliness rather than be disciplined by the demonic (v. 7).  Be careful not to let books, shows, and games creep into your home which are the deceit of Satan. 

 

Pray 1 Timothy 4:7 and 12-16 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 

 “LORD, let ______ and me have nothing

 to do with worldly fables.


Instead, help us discipline ourselves

for the purpose of Godliness.

In our speech, conduct, love, faith,

 and purity, let us show ourselves

an example of those who believe.

 Help us give attention to the

 reading of Scripture, to exhortation,

and to teaching the Word.


Do not let us neglect the spiritual gift

 within us.
Help us be absorbed

in the things of You, God, so our

 progress will be evident to all.


Help us pay close attention to ourselves

and what we teach, persevering

 in Your things, God, ensuring salvation

 for ourselves and those who hear.


In Your name, Jesus~”

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

 

 

 

 

1 Timothy 3 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 1 Timothy 3.

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Meditate on verse 15.

 

But in case I am delayed, I write

 so that you will know how

one ought to conduct himself in

 the household of God, which is

 the church of the living God, the

 pillar and support of the truth.

 

The meditation verse contains the definition of church.  The church belongs to the living God and is His household, the pillar and support of the truth (v. 15).  Does your church fit that description?  Do the people take a stand for the truth of God’s Word, or do they capitulate to worldly ideology?  Pray for your church to be a pillar of truth and for every individual to possess the 25 Godly characteristics listed in this chapter.

Pray 1 Timothy 3:2-11 and 15 over yourself and your church as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

“LORD, let every member of Your church be:

above reproach, faithful to one spouse, temperate,

prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,

not addicted to wine, not pugnacious, gentle,

 peaceable, free from the love of money, able to

 manage their own household well, able to keep

 their children under control with dignity, able

 to take care of the church of God, not conceited,

not falling into the condemnation of the devil,

 of good reputation outside of church, not falling

 into reproach and the snare of the devil, dignified,

not double-tongued, not fond of sordid gain,

 holding to the mystery of the faith with a

clear conscience, not malicious gossips, faithful

 in all things.  God, let us know how to conduct

 ourselves in Your household, which is the church

of the living God.  Let us be the pillar

 and support of the truth.

For the sake of Your name, Jesus~”

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell

 

 

 

 

 

1 Timothy 2 - Praying God's Word

 

Please read 1 Timothy 2.

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Meditate on verses 1-4.

 

First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and

 prayers, petitions and thanksgivings,

 be made on behalf of all men, for kings

and all who are in authority, so that we

may lead a tranquil and quiet life

in all Godliness and dignity.

 This is good and acceptable in the

 sight of God our Savior, who desires

all men to be saved and to come

 to the knowledge of the truth.

 

Paul commanded Timothy to fight the good fight, keep the faith, and keep a good conscience (1 Timothy 1:18-19).  Some people in the church rejected doing those things, and their faith suffered shipwreck (1 Timothy 1:19-20).  How could the shipwreck of one’s faith be averted?  Pray!  Pray for yourself and pray for everyone else.  The way to fight the good fight is with prayer. It was the first thing God told the Ephesian Christians to do, and He wants you to do the same.  Your faith and the faith of others is at stake.  God wants all people to be saved, and He wants you to pray for their salvation.

Pray 1 Timothy 2:4 over those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

 “LORD, You say in Your Word You

desire for all people to be saved

and come to the knowledge

of the truth.  Please save ________.


For the sake of Your name, Jesus~”

 

The WATCHMAN on the WALL, 4 – Dr. Ron and Marsha Harvell