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To prepare, to equip
The Christian has many tools provided to them to prepare them and to equip them for the works of service.
This morning we are looking at one of the greatest tools, the scripture, all scripture.
Elders in Ephesus were prepared through the word of God’s grace (Act20:28-32)
It is always better to allow the word to speak for itself.
The word was commended to the elders to build them up, to give them an inheritance for not just them but for all who are sanctified, and who is that?
It is the church!
Timothy, the evangelist in Ephesus was prepared through the purposed word (2Tim3:14-17)
Through admonishment
The teaching, the correction, the challenge for application.
Through reference
To Timothy it was what was taught, the O.T. scriptures that were useful then, and are useful today (more on this in a bit)
Through it’s value being made known
We are going to talk about value through several sources, with the scripture being the primary source
And, finally it’s promised results, that the man of God would be fully equipped.
So, this morning I would like for us to look at the value, by:
The admonishment (2Tim3:14)
The value of the things learned (2Tim3:15-16)
The result of the things learned (2Tim3:17)
The Admonishment
Timothy had been a student of Paul, a companion with Paul and trusted by Paul.
He was left in Ephesus to carry on with the work.
Paul offers the challenge, the admonishment with a purpose, with an understanding the Timothy would have known, and applied.
What is the challenge issued?
To continue in what he was already doing
To remember where he learned to do what he was doing.
(Paul, Lois, Eunice, mission experience)
(Transition) hum, continue, here are some scriptures to note down and consider.
Continue in God’s grace (Act13:43)
act13:43 “43 Now when the meeting of the synagogue had broken up, many of the Jews and of the God-fearing proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas, who, speaking to them, were urging them to continue in the grace of God.”
Continue in your faith (Act14:22; Col1:23)
act14:22 “22 strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying, “Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.””
What kind of faith is noted in (Col1:23)?
Firm faith, established faith, that is steadfast
Continue in His kindness (Rom11:22)
Continue in your love (Heb13:1)
heb13:1 “1 Let love of the brethren continue.”
Sometimes to continue means to persevere, to not give up, to press on and may not be easy.
But, if we are honest we have been taught salvation is easy but Christianity is challenging.
Hence why Paul issues this admonishment to Timothy.
(Transition) so, having said that may we continue this morning in our passage and for our understanding and application?
Value of things learned
When you think about value, what do you think about?
People, things, feelings, memories?
The definition (Oxford dictionary) of value is the regard that something is held to deserve; the importance, worth, or usefulness of something.
So, from young age Timothy had know about the sacred writings, there is some good information to make a pit stop here about the sacred writings.
(Insert Bible PowerPoint Here)
The sacred writings were
Holy Scriptures (The Old Testament)
The N.T. was not written, completed yet, it was being written at this time.
Holy Scriptures, how someone looks at the scriptures is important, they are sacred, holy and set apart for specific purpose.
We must treat it as holy.
One commentator said “They way we treat the Bible shows others how much or how little we respect it.”
Sacred writing revealed history
From Creation to prophesy
From the Exodus and the law
To rebellion, captivity and return
They offered hope (Rom15:3-4)
They brought wisdom, and salvation through faith (v.15)
(expand on that!) - be sure to add in that we are not saved by believing the bible, but by believing the One the Bible teaches about, and putting our faith and trust In Him.
Sacred writings reveal man cannot save himself (Jn5:39, 3:18-21)
Jn5:39 “39 “You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; it is these that testify about Me;”
Timothy was raised in a godly home, taught by Lois and Eunice, but it was not until Paul preached the gospel to him that he was saved.
The sacred writings reveals our need for salvation, it shows us the the law we are depraved sinners in need of a Savior.
It also makes it clear we cannot save ourselves
The sacred writings reveal God’s plan, scheme of redemption (Jn3:16-18)
That Christ came and He died for our sins
Sacred writings give us assurance of our salvation (1Jn5:13)
Sacred writings are true and dependable, trustworthy (v.16)
For God is the God of truth (Deu32:4)
Jesus is truth (Jn14:6)
Spirit is truth (1Jn5:6)
Thy word is truth (Jn17:17)
The Holy Spirit used men of God to write the Word of God (consider 2Pt1:20-21)
Inspired words is inspired influence by the Holy Spirit to convey the words of God to accomplish the will of God.
The sacred writings are profitable (v.16)
(Do not need to read below, it is only for the outline)
When you look at (v.16) What is the sacred writing, scripture good for, can you give examples of each thing?
(Take time and expand on each of these)
Truth/doctrine (what is right)
reproof/exposing rebellion (what is wrong)
Correcting (teach how to get right)
training/instruction (how to stay right)
Sacred writings equip us for service (v.17)
Paul previously had called Timothy a man of God
1Tim6:11 “11 But flee from these things, you man of God, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness.”
May we remember that this letter is for training in righteousness for Timothy to teach other men to be men of God.
Man of God, be in good company with men such as Moses, Samuel, Elijah, Elisha, and David.
Not only being a man of God but a man of God who is complete (NKJV); Perfect (KJV); Adequate (NASB); Complete and proficient (AMP); Fully qualified (GNT).
Another word to notice in this verse is equipped (NKJV); throughly equipped (ISV); Perfectly equipped (WNT); Furnished (ASV)
Equipped with a purpose “For every good work”
According to Eph2:10 “10 For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them.”
- good works prepared, good works that are to be walked in.
This series is about application as the church is it not?
Our theme this years is about application about being engaged!
A few little things I want to bring in about the God breathed word.
It develops wisdom when applied, bringing salvation (2Tim3:15)
2tim3:15 “15 and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”
(expand on this)
It offers hope (Rom15:3-4)
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