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This is the end of our 3 year journey of reading through the entire bible. The purpose of sharing my "devotionals" was to give you a example of what to do. My hope and prayer is that you grew in your relationship with God, that you learned something useful, and that you love Jesus more today than when you first started. Please remember that spending time with God should be motivated by love - something you want to do, not have to do.
What's next? I recommend praying and asking God what you should do next. Until you get an answer, I suggest that you pick another bible reading plan to help you continue to grow in your relationship with Jesus and to be more consistent in your efforts. Here's a link to Biblegateway's Bible various reading plans. Choose a plan that looks interesting and will fit your schedule. Another option would be to choose another bible translation. Whatever you do, remember that God loves you so much that He'll meet you where you are, but loves you too much to leave you there. Aloha Ke Akua.
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2 Timothy 4 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Observation: Paul explains that there will be people who disregard sound teaching and wander away. Application: People will ultimately do what they want to do. Paul warns Timothy that there will be people in the church who disregard the truth to chase after myths to fit their "own desires." Apparently, Paul wasn't only speaking to Timothy but was preparing leaders in every generation to continue fighting the good fight by teaching God's truth (love God, love others, and teach people how to do that). Prayer: Lord, draw me close to You... 2 Timothy 3 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Observation: Paul attempts to prepare Timothy for the “last days” by describing how selfish and inconsiderate “Christians" will be towards one another. Application: We expect this type of behavior from the world, but Paul explains that there will be people within the church who act this way too. He instructs Timothy to distance himself from “such people.” God’s love and grace should transform us, but sometimes it doesn’t. Why? I can’t speak for others, but personally, it’s when I don’t internalize the gift of grace, love, and forgiveness. Being sanctified is a beautiful but painful process of being transformed into the image of Jesus. If we don’t embrace the pain of transformation, we will continue down our path of self-destruction. The choice is ours to make. Prayer: Thank You Lord for wanting the best for us, and for empowering us to pursue Your goodness. Have Your way in me. 2 Timothy 2 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19 Observation: Paul continues to equip his young prodigy with essential skills to lead the early church. Application: Monku, monku, monku (Japanese for: complain, complain, complain)! It’s amazing how quickly we can stray from the truth when we fixate our minds on the ungodly. Hymenaeus and Philetus drifted so far, as to claim that Christ had already returned and that those who remained missed it. Great reminder to focus on Jesus, not the godless chatter that distracts us from our mission. Prayer: Lord Jesus, please strengthen our resolve as we pursue You. 2 Timothy 1 (link to reading)
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5 Observation: In Paul’s second letter to Timothy, he begins by reminding him of his faithful lineage. Application: My mother faithfully prayed for her wayward son to know Jesus for a really long time. It only took me twelve years to finally open my eyes and come to the realization that Jesus loves me and wants to have a relationship with me. Thank God for my mother’s faithful determination to see her family come to faith in Jesus. I would guess that the majority of Christians today had someone faithfully praying for them to know the truth, the way and the life. Now, it’s our turn to do the same for our family and friends who are still seeking answers to their questions. Prayer: Thank You Lord for those who have gone before me. Please help me to be as faithful as they were in sharing Your love. |
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