Paul brings his exhortation to Timothy to a close by challenging him to live as a genuine man of God. The thought of blameless living leads Paul to exalt Christ who will one day return and who is supremely great.
Adam preaches Matt. 5:8. Focused on internal heart reality, this Beatitude announces blessing for those whose entire person is devoted to spiritual cleanliness. Kingdom citizens, clean from the inside out, will see God personally for all eternity.
In 1 Tim. 6:6-10, Paul uncovers the irony that godliness is a means of gain, just not the financial gain that the false teachers wanted. Paul then expresses his concern that the church desire spiritual prosperity rather than this world's riches.
Adam continues the Beatitudes with Matt. 5:7. In contrast to popular thinking, Jesus further defines the kingdom citizen as one who has a transformed heart of compassion. Those who possess this heart are the exclusive recipients of mercy at the final judgment.
Adam preaches 1 Tim. 6:3-5. Paul returns to confronting false teachers a third time, once again clearly describing their corrupt "ministry." Though Paul's language is harsh, it portrays the unchanging priority of biblical doctrine for the local church.
Adam preaches Matt. 5:6. True followers of Jesus as King long to live righteously. Their desperation for righteousness makes them blessed, because only they find the lasting source of satisfaction.
Adam preaches 1 Tim. 6:1-2. Paul directs slaves in the church at Ephesus to serve and respect their masters, regardless of their masters' spiritual condition, so that the message of the cross would remain credible.
Many Christians believe that God’s will is a mystery that we spend a lifetime discovering. In reality, God’s will is given to us in His Word. Learning to understand and apply His Word is the key to knowing His will for your life.
While our modern culture celebrates Christmas with decorations, songs, and gifts, many Christians take time to remember the “reason for the seasonâ€Â. Beyond a superficial understanding that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday, we must dig deeper into the ultimate consequences of Christ’s birth.