Lesson 240: 2 Timothy 1:7
The Blueprint — The Verse
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
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The Context — The History
2 Timothy is Paul's final letter from prison before execution. Timothy faces shame and fear; PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More reminds him the indwelling Spirit produces power, love, and self-control, not cowardice.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More urges Timothy to fan into flame the gift received through laying on of hands. The Spirit given is not timidity but power, love, and self-discipline for gospel witness.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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For this cause, I remind you that you should stir up the gift of God which is in you through the laying on of my hands.
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Therefore don’t be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner; but endure hardship for the Good News according to the power of God,
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Discussion
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Where has fear silenced your witness?
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How do power, love, and self-discipline work together?
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What gift needs fanning into flame in your life?
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