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Introduction:

Christians should be resilient. Resilient Christians understand their identity in Christ. By being aware of who they are in Christ, they can persevere through difficult situations and adapt to tackle problems and pushback. Often resilient followers of Christ emerge from tough times and opposition stronger and better able to handle even more difficult situations.

Timothy was pastoring in a fast-pace, emerging trade city called Ephesus. He was a young pastor, leading in the first church as a minority within a majority voice of oppression and opposition. Paul encourages Timothy to be resilient through every situation so that He can stand for Christ within the culture. Paul also reminds Timothy to maintain faith and hope in Jesus’ resurrection and to raise up faithful leaders who will teach and share the good news of salvation through Jesus.

“Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; correct, rebuke, and encourage with great patience and teaching.” —2 Timothy 4:2

This collection of talks will help ground you in your faith and give you a foundation as you stand for Jesus Christ. This collection will include:

February 20 Remember Who You Are (2 Timothy 1:1-18)
February 27 Don’t Quit (2 Timothy 2:1-7)
March 6 Pursue Christ (2 Timothy 2:8-13)
March 13 Keep a Kingdom Perspective (2 Timothy 2:14-26)
March 20 Don’t Be Shocked (2 Timothy 3:1-9)
March 27 Stay Anchored (2 Timothy 3:10-17)
April 3 Finish Well (2 Timothy 4:1-8)

Text: Text: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 (CSB, New Testament)

Today’s Takeaway: When God calls you, He equips you.

I. REMEMBER YOUR

Reveal Answer

(1:1–8, 13–14)

A. You are

. (1:1–3)

B. You are

. (1:4–5)

1. Paul is aware of Timothy’s
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:4)
2. Paul is aware of Timothy’s
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:5)

C. You are

. (1:6–8, 13–14)

1. You are gifted to
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:6)
2. You are
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:7)
3. Stand
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:8a)
4. Take the spiritual
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:8b)
5. Guard the
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:13–14)

II. REMEMBER YOUR

Reveal Answer

(1:9–10)

A. God redeemed and called you to a

life for the Gospel. (1:9a)

B. God did this by His

before the world began. (1:9b)

C. God destroyed

and has introduced eternal life through Jesus. (1:10)

III. EMBRACE YOUR

Reveal Answer

(1:11–12, 15–18)

A. Do not

who called you. (1:11)

Paul’s calling from God is twofold:

1. Paul is an apostle and
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:11a)
2. Paul is a teacher of the
   Reveal Answer
   . (1:11b)

B. Do not

suffering. (1:12a)

C. Do not be

of the Gospel. (1:12b)

D. Do not

on popularity. (1:15–18)

1. His
   Reveal Answer
   friends. (1:15)
2. His
   Reveal Answer
   friend. (1:16–18)

CONCLUSION: What has God called you to do?

DEEP DIVE QUESTIONS:

1. What are some things God has equipped you with for ministry?

2. If you’re comfortable, talk about where God has brought you from.

3. Discuss verse 12 and the fear of suffering that plagues so many believers.

4. What do you believe God is calling you to next?

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