This reference and preceding verses seem to indicate that Paul was unsatisfied with Timothy’s current level of unfaithfulness (see v.7). “Fan into flame” means literally “to keep the fire alive.” The “gift” here refers to a believer’s spiritual gift… Timothy’s particular gift was leadership with special emphasis on preaching (2 Tim. 4:2) and teaching (1…
Angels
Not many are aware of the significance of angels. I believe, as Christians, we should pause and consider angels to gain perspective. For example, angels demonstrate the greatness of God’s love for us in that, though many angels sinned, none were saved (2 Pet. 2:4).Angels also remind us that the unseen world is real. Just…
ANCHORED IN GOD’S WORD (Speech for my men’s group, Higher Standard)
Some of you know me–many of you do not. I have only been Christian for 10 years. Shortly after my conversion experience, God opened the door for me to go to a Theological Seminary and Graduate School where I earned my Bachelor’s, Master’s and, as of last October, after nearly 8 years, my Ph.D.IMAGERY: A…
CHRISTIANITY IS NOT POPULAR
(Don’t I know it!) It has been suggested to me several times and by several different people that I should compromise my integrity and modify my material to appeal to a broader audience: “Christianity just isn’t popular,” they say. Well, I’m sorry, I just can’t do that. In fact, that is the very mindset that…
A Conversation with my son.
Recently my 21-year old son came to visit me. He just graduated from U.S. Army boot camp and I am very proud of him. We spoke briefly about women and relationships. He wants a son of his own, though he admits he is early in his career and the time is not right. Of course,…
Thoughts
Often I hear people tell me that I won’t be very successful in my efforts to reach the “world” with Theology. “People just aren’t interested in Jesus anymore.” Indeed I have experienced this first-hand many times over many years. It may surprise some that most of the “emptiness” that I have found has originated from…
A COMPREHENSIVE DEFINITION
SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY: the field of study and analysis that treats of God and God’s attributes and relations to the universe and every area of thought and life. 2. Study of divine things and religious truth. 3. Particular form, system, branch, or course of study that uses a systematic approach to understanding the function and behavior…
There are many critics
The are many critics who point out the atrocities perpetrated or even allegedly perpetrated, by Christians in the name of Christianity. They point to the witch trials of Salem, Massachusetts, and across the world. They point to the expulsion and torture of the Moors, the Inquisition, and even the WWII Holocaust (*which is a stretch,…
Historical documents about Christ’s ministry
Q: Why are there not more historical documents about Christ’s ministry on earth to prove that His life, crucifixion, and resurrection are historical? A: There is a vast abundance of historical evidence that exists to validate every aspect of Christ’s life. The extant manuscript evidence for just the New Testament is enormous! New Testament scholar…