Redeemer Sedro Woolley

Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 4:6-8. 

1. Paul uses the imagery of a drink offering being poured out to signify that the
   time had come to end his ministry. In what ways does this depiction describe
   the mentality we should have regarding our own service to Christ?
2. In verse 7, Paul uses the words “fight” and “race” to describe the Christian
   life. In what ways do both of these depictions speak to the reality of living in this world as Christians? How does the local church help in fighting the fight and running the race?
3. How do we as Christians guard our hearts against the fear of death? How
   does Paul’s “eternal perspective” give us some insight on where our hearts and minds should be grounded?
4. How often do you think about Heaven? What are the things you are most
   excited about? Why is it important that we dwell on Heaven more often then we do now?

Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 4:1-5. 

 2nd Timothy 4:1-5 Study Questions 

1) Paul admonishes Timothy in verse 2 to preach the Word both in and out of season. What are the dangers of the Word only being preached when it is convenient or acceptable? What should we look for in a preacher or church to determine whether or not the Word is truly being preached? 

2) In light of verses 3-4, how should believers discern and respond to teachings that cater to “itching ears,” such as the prosperity gospel? What role does the local church take in this response? 

3) In verse 3 Paul says “For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions…” What are the dangers of only surrounding ourselves with teachers that say what we want to hear? How do we avoid this? 

4) How can we pray for the pastors of local churches that have been tasked with the responsibility of preaching the Word of God in a culture where it will bring them ridicule or suffering? What are some practical ways you can encourage your pastors and fellow members in this? 

Pastor Josh continues our study by preaching on 2 Timothy 3:10-13.

Study questions:

1. Out of the 9 marks that Paul uses to describe his life, which do you resonate with the most and why?
2. As you seek to live like Jesus, what trials have you personally come across in your life? In what ways has God shown His grace to you in those times?
3. Paul says in vs 12 "Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted." What role does the local church play in preparing for and responding to persecution?
4. Paul says in vs 13 "evil and imposters will go on from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived." How can you as a local church member play a part in identifying and combating these "imposters" that seek to infiltrate the church?

Pastor Andrew continues our series in 2 Timothy by preaching on chapter 3:1-9.

Questions to consider:

1. What do I find most difficult about the Christian life?
2. What are signs of a false teacher?
3. What are practical ways in which I can avoid false teachers and teaching?

Pastor Colton preaches from 2 Timothy 2:20-26:

"Seek to be set apart. Flee sin and pursue holiness with God's people, and correct with kindness, trusting God to grant repentance."

Sermon Outline:

(vv. 20-21) Set apart and useful to the Master

(v. 22) Flee sinful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace alongside God's people

(vv. 23-26) Correct with patient kindness, trusting God to grant repentance and free captives.

Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 2:14-19.

2nd Timothy 2:14-19 Study Questions 

1) What are some examples of “quarreling about words” as seen in verse 14? What are some ways we can keep ourselves from falling into this practice? How does the local church play into this? 

2) Paul instructs Timothy to present himself as a worker that is approved by God? In what ways do we have a responsibility to present ourselves in the same way? 

3) In verse 17, Paul specifically calls out Hymenaeus and Philetus for the damage they have caused the Church. How would you respond to someone that says we shouldn’t call out false teachers in our day and age? 

4) What is the relationship between God’s sovereignty in salvation and man’s responsibility to live according to God’s Will? How does God “knowing who are His” give you confidence in your spiritual walk? 

Pastor Colton preaches from 2nd Timothy 2:8-13

(vs 8) - Christ is risen as the promised King - the foundation of our faith.

(vs 9-10) - God's Word cannot be bound - it runs free to gather his people.

(vs 11-13) - Union with Christ means life through death, glory through endurance, and hope through His faithfulness.

Pastor Andrew preaches from 2nd Timothy 2:1-7

As you are able, please consider the following:

(1) Where do you find your strength for the Christian journey?

(2) What does it mean to be a “faithful” servant of Christ?

(3) How do you share in suffering with Christ? 

Pastor Josh preaches from 2nd Timothy 1:13-18 

Study Questions 

1) What does it mean to “guard the good deposit” and what practical steps can you take to accomplish this in your daily walk with Christ? What role does the local church play in this? 

2) In verse 15, Paul mentions that “all who are in Asia” had deserted him, including Phygelus and Hermogenes. How are we to interact with those that have seemingly walked away from the faith or find themselves in unrepentant sin? 

3) Paul speaks of Onesiphorus’s kindness in our text and how he was “not ashamed of my chains.” How can we emulate Onesiphorus in our love and care for one another during hardship or persecution? 

4) Pastors are often tasked with the difficult job of confronting those that wish to cause division within the Body. How can you pray for your pastors in this responsibility? 

Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 1:8-12

Study Questions 

1) When we go through suffering, what are some important questions to ask? How does the Gospel bring perspective and hope in our suffering? 

2) Paul urges Timothy not to be ashamed of the Gospel or of suffering for it (vs. 8). In what ways might believers face shame or fear in sharing the Gospel, and how can God’s sovereignty in salvation (as seen in vs. 9) encourage boldness in sharing the Gospel? 

3) In what ways are you tempted to be ashamed of the faith you process? In what ways does Christ meet you in that weakness and provide what you need to overcome that temptation? 

4) How can we encourage our children to be bold in their proclamation of the Gospel? In what ways should we encourage them to “count the cost” of following Jesus? 

5) How does the community of believers in our local church bring courage in sharing the Gospel and sharing in suffering? How do we encourage one another when one of us is in a season of suffering?