-September 5, 2025-
Good morning beloved, happy Friday,
“Let no one despise (or look down) on your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.”
(1 Timothy 4:12).
Paul was so proud of Timothy, his son in the faith he had mentored and helped him so much. Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus. It was great opportunity, but it carried with it a heavy responsibility.
Though Timothy was young, he had the knowledge and the experience in the work of the Lord. Paul knew the qualities that were essential for Timothy and all of us as well.
1. In word – The Word of God must be preached and taught. It is the sole source of a lives and ministries. Also our words must be edifying and encouraging.
2. In conduct – It is so important to conduct ourselves in godly manner before believers and unbelievers alike. We must practice what we preach.
3. In love – Love is absolutely vital in our walk and service for the Lord. As John later rebuked the church at Ephesus, “ nevertheless I have you have this against you, that you have left your first love” (Revelation 2:4).
4. In spirit – The Holy Spirit works in and through our spirit, This speaks of our attitudes.
5. In faith – Hebrews 11:6 says, “But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for He who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He a rewarder of those who seek Him.”
6. In purity – Another word for purity is holiness. It is immeasurably important to be separated from the world and set apart for the Lord
When we exemplify these six qualities: word, conduct, love, spirit, faith and purity, we will be blessed. Let us all be examples. Have a blessed day. Stay safe and healthy.
A simple, but expressive eulogy on Martin Luther was given by Pastor Nicholas Haussmann. He said, “what we preach, he lived.”
Dean
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