2 Timothy 1:7
2 Timothy 1:15-18
of God can be ashamed of the gospel (vv. 15-18)
Do not be of the gospel (v. 8)
2 Timothy 1:8
This may happen in a school, where a believer speaks up with a word of witness and the “Christians” show little support. It may also happen on a sports team, when a player refuses to take part in sinful postgame activities and the “Christians” leave him to stand alone. Or it may happen on a business trip, when an employee does not join the guys in immoral activity and the “Christians” turn their backs on him to have a “little fun.”
The gospel is it (vv. 9-11)
2 Timothy 1:9-11
Because Christ us
Because Christ us
2 Timothy 1:9
Romans 8:28-29
1 Peter 2:9
The gospel is worth for (v. 8b, 12)
2 Timothy 1:8
2 Timothy 1:12
The gospel is worth (vv. 13-14)
2 Timothy 1:13-14
Will you or be faithful?
When it’s out of your control…
Trust in the of God (v. 1)
2 Timothy 1:1
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doing what you can do (v. 2)
2 Timothy 1:2
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God for what he has already done (vv. 3-4)
2 Timothy 1:3-4
Philippians 1:3
Ephesians 1:16
Colossians 1:3
Philemon 1:4
“Let me be thankful: First, because I was never robbed before. Second, because although they took my purse, they did not take my life. Third, because although they took my all, it was not very much. And fourth, because it was I who was robbed, not I who robbed.” – Matthew Henry
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Remember it’s not all up to (vv. 5-6)
2 Timothy 1:5-6
1 Timothy 4:14
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Rely on the of God to protect, empower, and guide (v. 7)
2 Timothy 1:7
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Turn to God in and ask him to intervene (v. 3)
2 Timothy 1:3
James 5:16
Philippians 4:6–7
Ephesians 3:20
Romans 10:13
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A mission answers the questions: Why do we exist? What do we do?
A vision answers the question: Where are we going?
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Jesus has all (v. 18).
Matthew 28:18
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The mission: Go and make (v. 19).
Matthew 28:19
1) What is a disciple?
A disciple is a of Jesus.
“Today many incorrectly use the title “disciple” to refer to a person who is more committed than other Christians or to those involved in special “discipleship programs.” But we can see from Jesus’ commission that all Christians are disciples. It is just that some are obedient disciples, while others are not.”
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2) do you make a disciple?
Matthew 28:19-20
Step 1: People are baptized (put their in Jesus).
In the Bible, we never see:
1) Infants getting baptized.
2) Unsaved children getting baptized.
3) Unsaved adults getting baptized.
Step 2: Teaching with the purpose of .
A true of Jesus is one who is learning and applying Scripture.
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The Vision
Gather, Grow, Go
1) Gather: Gathering as a church community.
2) Grow: Growing in spiritual .
Proverbs 27:17
Ecclesiastes 4:12
3) Go: our community and the world with the good news of Jesus.
Matthew 28:20
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An Night Becomes Extraordinary (vv. 8-9)
Luke 2:8-9
“They did not enjoy a very good reputation in their day. Because they lived out in the fields, they were unable to keep the ceremonial law, and thus they were treated as unclean. They were also regarded as liars and thieves, which is why their testimony was inadmissible in a court of law. Shepherds were despised. With the exception of lepers, they were the lowest class of men in Israel.”
God the palace and goes to the pasture.
Exodus 24:15–17
God loves the .
The is available to the lowly.
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Some Really Good News In A Way (vv. 10-12)
Luke 2:10-12
A king in a feed .
A holy interruption we didn’t .
A Humble Arrival Means You Don’t Have to Yourself Up First.
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Breaking Out in Christmas (vv. 13-14)
Luke 2:13-14
John 1:12
Praise responds to what God has , not just what we can see.
Romans 10:9
Hebrews 13:5
Revelation 21:4
We are not using faith to speak things into existence, but to onto what he said he will do.
We don’t praise because everything perfect, but because we serve a savior who will, one day, make all things perfect.
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While praise can include singing, it involves much than that.
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1. We Praise God by His Word (vv. 26–38)
Luke 1:26-38
Luke 1:18-20
Praise starts with , not feelings.
Romans 12:1
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Luke 1:46-49
2. We Praise God by Rejoicing in His (vv. 46–49)
Praise flows from what God has done for us.
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Luke 1:50-53
3. We Praise God by Celebrating His (vv. 50–53)
Instead of focusing on her own problems, she focuses on the of her savior.
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Luke 1:54-55
Genesis 12:2-3
4. We Praise God by His Faithfulness (vv. 54–55)
Hebrews 11:1
1 Samuel 7:12
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Christmas is the beginning of the .
Apocalyptic literature: Apocalyptic literature is a biblical genre that uses vivid symbols, visions, and imagery to reveal God’s final plan to judge evil, save His people, and bring His kingdom to completion.
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The Problem: A That Won’t Open (vv. 1-4)
Revelation 5:1-4
Who is to carry out God’s final plan in the world?
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The : The Lion and the Lamb (vv. 5-7)
Revelation 5:5-7
Genesis 49:9-10
Isaiah 11:1, Jeremiah 23:5
John 1:29
As a lion and lamb, Jesus is the slain sacrifice who is .
Mary had a little Lamb,
His soul was white as snow.
And anywhere His Father sent,
the Lamb was sure to go.
He came to earth to die one day,
the sin of man to atone.
And now He reigns in heaven alone.
He’s the Lamb upon the throne!
Our biggest , sin, has been solved by Jesus Christ.
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The Response: (vv. 8-14)
Revelation 5:8-14
Six Reasons Why They Praised:
- Jesus for our freedom with his life (v. 9)
- His Salvation Is (v. 9)
- He makes sinners into (v. 10)
- He is (v. 12)
- He is powerful, rich, wise, , honored, glorious, and worthy of praise (v. 12)
- He forever (v. 13)
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How does your praise to their praise?
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Isaiah 8:21-22
Isaiah 9:1-2
Before Christ is (v. 2)
1. Spiritual
2 Corinthians 4:4
2. Darkness
John 3:19–20
3. to Sin
Romans 6:17-18
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Christ brought over darkness (vv. 3-6)
Isaiah 9:3-6
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Christ is the we need (vv. 6–7)
Isaiah 9:6-7
Wonderful Counselor
Supernatural that exposes lies, guides our steps, and shows us the path of life.
Mighty God
enough to defeat the darkness that enslaves us.
Everlasting Father
Tender, protective, fatherly for His people.
Prince of Peace
Peace with , peace within our hearts, and peace with others.
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If you are in darkness today, Jesus can through.
Acts 16:29-31
Live in the that Christ has already won.
Let Christmas be a season of renewed .
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1 Timothy 6:12
2 Corinthians 10:3-4
Ephesians 6:11
Christians are called to living.
1 Peter 5:8
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evil (v. 11)
1 Timothy 6:11
1 Corinthians 6:18
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righteous things (v. 11)
1 Timothy 6:11
Galatians 5:22-23
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Christians don’t into righteousness.
“Righteousness must be chased, not merely admired.” -John Stott
“Holiness will not simply fall into our laps. We must deliberately and carefully strive after it.” – JC Ryle
1) Discipline in private prayer
2) Daily, deliberate self-examination
3) Bold separation from known sin
4) Practical obedience, not only theological correctness
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for your faith (vv. 12-16)
1 Timothy 6:12-16
Romans 8:29-30
“Take Hold”: Live in light of your future reality
A wartime Christian should never lose of their glorious savior.
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generously (vv. 17-19)
1 Timothy 6:17-19
1) Don’t let money make you .
2) Set your on God.
3) Give generously to causes.
Matthew 6:19-21
Don’t use money to only change your life, use money to change the lives of others for .
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diligently (vv. 20-21)
1 Timothy 6:20-21
1 Tim 1:3-4
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“If you have put your trust in Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord, be encouraged in this spiritual battle: we do not fight this war FOR victory; we fight this war FROM victory.”
Fight hard, but don’t fight . Jesus has already won.
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A profile of teachers (vv. 3–5)
1 Timothy 6:3–5
and not understanding (v. 4)
Proverbs 16:18
James 4:6
1 Corinthians 10:12
Craves (vv. 4–5)
Sees godliness as a way of gaining (v. 5)
theology
You may not be a false teacher, but do you have any of false teachers in your life?
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The Danger of Money (vv. 9–10)
1 Timothy 6:9-10
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The Power of (vv. 6–8)
1 Timothy 6:6-8
Contentment: The settled confidence that Christ is , so joy and peace do not depend on outward circumstances or material possessions.”
What Paul is NOT saying in vv. 7-8: (Piper)
1) Food and clothing are the absolute
Philippians 4:11-13
Romans 8:35, 38–39
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2) We will never need to or more than these food and clothing.
1 Timothy 5:23
2 Timothy 4:13
Acts 21:2
Acts 22:25
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What Paul IS saying:
Christians can be to live in simplicity because God is our portion and we do not want or seek to be rich.
“The secret is Christ in me, not me in a different set of circumstances.” – Elisabeth Elliot
“Contentment isn’t having everything you want. It’s wanting what God has already given.”
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How to Grow in Contentment
Remember that godliness, not money, is the real (v. 6)
1 Timothy 6:6
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Practice for what you already have (v. 8)
1 Timothy 6:8
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See your possessions through an lens (v. 7)
1 Timothy 6:7
Matthew 6:19–21
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your life wherever possible (v. 8)
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Practice (6:17–19)
1 Timothy 6:17–19
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Grow in your of Jesus Christ (vv. 3, 6)
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Main Idea: Every Christian, no matter their place in life, is called to the gospel with their lives.
1 Timothy 6:1-2
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Different Types of Slavery (not exhaustive)*
servanthood
“When we look at God’s laws for His people in the Old Testament, we see a system of Hebrew servanthood that was set up for impoverished Israelites to become servants. This servanthood was designed to provide for poorer Israelites and their families.” – Platt/Akin
slavery
servitude
“Historians estimate that over one-half to two-thirds of European white immigrants who came to America came as indentured servants. This picture of slavery is much closer to Hebrew servanthood than anything else.” Platt/Akin
The slave trade
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Three Comments About Slavery In The Bible:
Just because slavery is mentioned in the Bible does not mean that God it.
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Slavery was never part of God’s design and won’t exist in heaven.
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God instructs his followers to treat all people .
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- Image of God (Genesis 1:26-27).
- Hebrew Servanthood Was Regulated and Temporary
- Slaves were protected from abuse
- Kidnapping and Slave Trading Were Capital Crimes
- In the New Testament, slaves were to be treated justly and fairly (Colossians 4:1)
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Slaves with – masters (v. 1)
1 Timothy 6:1
1 Peter 2:18
1 Peter 2:21-23
You are called to display Christ in your .
“Preach the Gospel at all times; use words if necessary.”
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Slaves with masters (v. 2)
1 Timothy 6:2
Why serve well?
A Christian is called to be a
A Christian is called to
Mark 10:45
Galatians 5:13
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Some Areas We Are Called To Serve:
In
Ephesians 5:21–25
In the
Colossians 3:22-24
“Work becomes worship when done for the Lord.”
else
Philippians 2:3–4
John 13:14–15
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Where is Christ in this passage?
The essence of Christianity is that our master became a to save us.
Philippians 2:5–8
May his actions challenge us to serve .
May his actions challenge us to serve our wholeheartedly.
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* Source: Exalting Jesus in 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus (Volume 1) (Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary) Paperback – August 1, 2013 by David Platt (Author), Dr. Daniel L. Akin (Author), Tony Merida (Author)