Wesley United Methodist Church, Orange TX

2 Timothy 4:6-8
4:6 As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come.

4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

4:8 From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing.

Paul is telling Timothy that while he may be coming to the end of his ministry and life, he expects Timothy to carry on the good fight and keep the faith no matter what comes his way.  Paul withstood many trials and hardships and expects that Tmothy will also.  In fact the persecution by the Roman government is just beginning in full force.

Paul gives us hope that at the end of life we will all find that through our faith we will continue on in eternity with our Savior and our God.

The world may throw some really terrible life experiences at us.  It is a part of this life but it is not a test that we pass or fail at.  We stay faithful and whether we fail at being successful or succeed with every thing in this world we will be with our Lord, our Savior at the end of our life.  What a wonderful time that will be, eternity with the ones we love and the One who loves us.  There is no better reason to stay faithful than the promise we receive when we first believe.

Have a great day and feel God’s blessings in your life.  Remain faithful in all you do and He will be there for you,

Randy

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