Sermons on 2 Timothy 4:1-18:

To Build A Fire

Contributed by Jim Grinnell on Dec 31, 2002

like Jesus, we need to not only look, but to really see men, that is, perceive and understand the deep longings in men who are without God … in short … “what are they seeking?”

To Build a Fire September 2, 2001 Read John 1:35-39a and 2 Tim. 4:5 I want to bring an exhortation on evangelism today, but rather than stress our responsibility to evangelize, I want to do it by thinking deeply about the nature of man. When it comes down to “doing the work of an evangelist” I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5, 1 John 1:35-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reconciliation

Contributed by Joseph Comage on Jan 10, 2003

Dr. King had a dream of reconciliation for all people. It is up to us to keep the dream alive.

REV. JOSEPH M. COMAGE RECONCILIATION ACTS 15:36-41 "...THEIR DISAGREEMENT WAS SO SHARP THAT THEY SEPARATED....." 2nd TIMOTHY 4:11 ".... BRING MARK WITH YOU WHEN YOU COME, FOR I NEED HIM". INTRO: RECONCILIATION: TO RESTORE TO ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41, 2 Timothy 4:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living With Loneliness…even In A Crowd

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jan 12, 2003

Few emotions are more painful than the emotion of loneliness. Deep loneliness is often experienced right after the holidays. The gifts have been opened. The parties have been given. All of the friends and family have returned home and the cookies have bee

SERMONIC / WORSHIP THEME Opening Statement: Few emotions are more painful than the emotion of loneliness. Deep loneliness is often experienced right after the holidays. The gifts have been opened. The parties have been given. All of the friends and family have returned home and the cookies have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-23

Arrivals & Departures

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 16, 2003

I used this sermon for a memorial roll service...where we remember those from our congregation who have passed away. Using Paul’s "the time has come for my departure" and comparing that to flying in a plane.

Larry Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Sunday Morning, January 19, 2003 Memorial Roll Sermon Title: Departures and Arrivals Text: 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Introduction 1. Have you ever been to the airport? A. At the airport, one of the first things you might notice... B. throughout terminal, there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Nazarene

A View From The Finish Line

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jan 19, 2003

Chris Berman is an announcer for ESPN. When he gives the highlights of the games he also gives the explanation of the event. When a player gets the ball and runs down the field Berman shouts, "He Could Go All The Way!" The same is true for us in the game

SERMONIC / WORSHIP THEME Opening Statement: Chris Berman is an announcer for ESPN. When he gives the highlights of the games he also gives the explanation of the event. When a player gets the ball and runs down the field Berman shouts, "He Could Go All The Way!" The same is true for us in the game ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Living A Life Of Legacy

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 19, 2003

Every believer needs to look at the impact of how they are living and what they will leave behind when they pass from this life to the next

Living a Life of Legacy 2 Timothy 4:6-8 January 19, 2003 Morning Message Introduction Just before the National Championship game; Jim Tressel gave a speech to encourage the players and raise them to another level. In that speech he asked the players a very powerful question: What do you want to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Church Of God

A View From The Finish Line - Part 2

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 2, 2003

A retirement home resident asked some children who were touring the home if they had any questions. “Yes,” one girl said. “How old are you?” “I’m 98,” she replied proudly. Clearly impressed, the child’s eyes grew wide with wonder. “Did you start at one?”

SERMONIC / WORSHIP THEME Opening Statement: A retirement home resident asked some children who were touring the home if they had any questions. “Yes,” one girl said. “How old are you?” “I’m 98,” she replied proudly. Clearly impressed, the child’s eyes grew wide with wonder. “Did you start at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Last Words Of Paul Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 7, 2003

These are the last recorded words of Paul. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

It is significant that Paul’s last recorded words were to another preacher. Paul placed a great emphasis on the proclamation of the Word of God. He insisted on a certain level of job performance for himself and others who did the proclaiming. Since it is necessary for those who proclaim the Word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Believe The Truth Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 3, 2004

This is the first of 14 sermons on building God’s church God’s way. I will use Bob Russell’s book, "When God Builds A Church" for inspiration

INTRODUCTION • Talk about revival. It is refreshing to see a young man with the convictions Stan has, he will be successful in God’s kingdom no matter where he is. • I believe the Auburn Christian Church is at a crossroads. I believe this church is on the verge of making an impact on this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Labor Day / Youth

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Sep 5, 2004

. We stand here this morning freely to worship because of the youth of this nation. The young men and women who have labored in our military to keep this nation, and many nations free to worship God, our creator.

Read II Tim. 2:1-5 and I Tim. 1:8-16 This morning’s message is directed towards the youth but with a simple message to celebrate Labor Day. We stand here this morning freely to worship because of the youth of this nation. The young men and women who have labored in our military to keep this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:8-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preaching The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2004

Sermon 2 of 14 based on Bob Russell book. The truth MUST be preached and taught in love

INTRODUCTION „X As our church grows, it is important that we cling to certain principles that will ensure we are building God¡¦s Church God¡¦s way. „X Last week we looked at principle of truth. We looked at how important it is for us to first believe the truth. We will not build on or proclaim ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Magnetism Of The Finish Line

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 16, 2004

This sermon is in an ongoing series where I take snapshots from Pilgrim’s Progress and develop a message around it. I have no idea how many sermons will be in this series.

2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. l. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing Death

Contributed by Frank Lay on Oct 4, 2004

Even in the face of death believers in Jesus Christ can experience God’s presence, know God’s power to fulfill God’s purpose, and rest in God’s promises.

FACING DEATH 2 Timothy 4:17-18 Who said, living for Jesus is easy? The fact is, it may cost you your very life. Paul was in prison for preaching the gospel of Christ. Can’t you detect a note of sadness in these words? A note of sorrow? Paul was feeling all alone. Some of you may be going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of God

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Apr 15, 2005

About how we recieve the word of God and it’s use in our lives.

The Word of God You cannot come to church on Sunday and expect to receive everything that you need for your Spiritual nourishment in one 1hr. sitting as much as you can expect to be physically nourished by eating lunch today and not eating again until next Sunday. We must eat the word of God every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A View From The Finish Line Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Apr 25, 2005

The Apostle Paul gives us a "Real Life" view of the finish line-his finish line. Have we ever considered what our finish line will look like?

A View From the Finish Line Text: 2nd Timothy, Chapter 4 Introduction. In the last few years, Schools have made an effort to move the classroom out of the classroom. They have concluded that sometimes you’re better able to educate a student by moving them into different environments in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ