Pastoral encouragement

  • My Daily Thoughts—Ephesians 3:10-13

    Ephesians 3:10-13 (WEL) So that, through the church, the many facets of God’s wisdom might be made known to the rulers and powers in heavenly places. 11 According to the eternal purpose which he effected through Christ Jesus our Lord. 12 In whom we have boldness and access with confidence through faith in him.…

  • 2 Timothy 4:1-8

    Paul, in his last letter before his martyrdom, encourages Timothy to preach even if people oppose him, his message, and Jesus. Paul reminds Timothy that believers must give an accounting of their life and will be judged at the Bema Seat Judgment (not for salvation but for rewards). Timothy is then informed that the…

  • 2 Timothy 1:1-14

    Paul again writes to Timothy with more instructions and encouragements. It is a personal letter rather than a formal letter. Paul discusses his situation and discouragements. He is grateful for the personal teaching of Timothy when he was young from his grandmother and mother. He encourages Timothy to not be timid, and how God’s…