Post by Woody Williams on Oct 26, 2007 6:55:54 GMT -5
Text for the Day -- II Timothy 2:20-26
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In a large house there are utensils not only of gold and silver but
also of wood and clay, some for special use, some for ordinary. All
who cleanse themselves of the things I have mentioned will become
special utensils, dedicated and useful to the owner of the house,
ready for every good work.
Shun youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and
peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. Have
nothing to do with stupid and senseless controversies; you know that
they breed quarrels. And the Lords servant must not be quarrelsome
but kindly to everyone, an apt teacher, patient, correcting opponents
with gentleness. God may perhaps grant that they will repent and come
to know the truth, and that they may escape from the snare of the
devil, having been held captive by him to do his will.
Devotional
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These verses speak of the journey one takes to be a useful instrument
for God. He refers to both personal virtues and a focus on correct
teaching that is rooted in the faith that has been given us in the
tradition of the Gospel. Many temptations come to be led astray by
various false teachings based on other sources. There are also other
clues in these verses as to how we are to express leadership that
just doesn't judge and reject people, but offers a way of renewal in
their commitment.
Prayer
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By your Holy Spirit, Lord, keep my heart and mind pure in doctrine
and moral strength. Amen
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In a large house there are utensils not only of gold and silver but
also of wood and clay, some for special use, some for ordinary. All
who cleanse themselves of the things I have mentioned will become
special utensils, dedicated and useful to the owner of the house,
ready for every good work.
Shun youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and
peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. Have
nothing to do with stupid and senseless controversies; you know that
they breed quarrels. And the Lords servant must not be quarrelsome
but kindly to everyone, an apt teacher, patient, correcting opponents
with gentleness. God may perhaps grant that they will repent and come
to know the truth, and that they may escape from the snare of the
devil, having been held captive by him to do his will.
Devotional
----------
These verses speak of the journey one takes to be a useful instrument
for God. He refers to both personal virtues and a focus on correct
teaching that is rooted in the faith that has been given us in the
tradition of the Gospel. Many temptations come to be led astray by
various false teachings based on other sources. There are also other
clues in these verses as to how we are to express leadership that
just doesn't judge and reject people, but offers a way of renewal in
their commitment.
Prayer
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By your Holy Spirit, Lord, keep my heart and mind pure in doctrine
and moral strength. Amen