Prepare for Sunday morning worship by using the guide below.
1 Timothy 4:6-16
6 If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed. 7 Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness; 8 for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. 9 The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance. 10 For to this end we toil and strive, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe.
11 Command and teach these things. 12 Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. 13 Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. 14 Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophecy when the council of elders laid their hands on you. 15 Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that all may see your progress. 16 Keep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching. Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers.
Review and Apply
What does it mean to be a “good servant of Christ Jesus”?
What are some misconceptions about growing in godliness? What does it actually take to advance in godliness? Are you willing to make the necessary sacrifices to be more godly? What are the present benefits of growing in godliness?
Do we rejoice to see fellow believers grow in godliness? What are some ways in which we can encourage one another in this pursuit?
How is it that church leaders seeking to live exemplary lives and fulfill their ministerial callings extend the promise of salvation to the congregation? What are some ways in which the example of church leaders has encouraged you to cling to the hope of salvation, despite the difficulties in life?
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