Sermons on 2 Timothy 2:1-11:

Passing It On Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 21, 2009

Lives that refuse to plug into God’s grace are self sufficient lives, lives that rely on self and ego. It takes humility to admit that we’ve sinned against God and to trust in Christ for our salvation, but until we do that we can’t plug into God’s grace.

TRANSFORMATIONS 6/15/08 – Father’s Day – Passing it On Passing it on… I still remember the exact moment when I realized that I was truly an adult. It wasn’t my 18th birthday, or when I moved out of the house a few months later. It wasn’t even my wedding day, which came just two years after my 18th ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Welcoming Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 27, 2009

People are lonely and lost. They desperately need to know the love of God. They need to know that no matter how much or how little they possess, what they have or have not done, or where they have been, that God loves them so much that he gave his son,

What makes you weep with anguish or pound on the table with your fist? People are lonely and lost. They desperately need to know the love of God. They need to know that no matter how much or how little they possess, what they have or have not done, or where they have been, that God loves them ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Pictures Of Faithful Service

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

1. As Paul sought to encourage Timothy in his work as an evangelist... a. He made allusions to three secular occupations: soldier, athlete, farmer - 2 Tim 2:3-7 b. Here we find "Three Pictures Of Faithful Service" 2. The lessons to be gl

Three Pictures Of Faithful Service 2 Timothy 2:3-7 INTRODUCTION 1. As Paul sought to encourage Timothy in his work as an evangelist... a. He made allusions to three secular occupations: soldier, athlete, farmer - 2 Tim 2:3-7 b. Here we find "Three Pictures Of Faithful Service" 2. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of The Armor Bearer

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 23, 2007

Describes how we need modern day armor bearer’s to stand with our church leaders/pastors

THE MINISTRY OF THE ARMOR BEARER (part 1) Various Passages Introduction A couple of weeks ago, I preached on being part of the body You and I have been given special talents and enablements, spiritual gifts to operate in the body of Christ We all need each other…every member must be a vital ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Good Soldier

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 25, 2007

ARE YOU IN THE LORD’S ARMY ! Preacher “I’m in the Lord’s army but I’m in the reserves. No my friend, Your either part of the solution, or your part of the problem. God has no reservist, were all to be about our father’s business. SO, ARE YOU

ARE YOU A GOOD SOLDIER ? 2 Timothy 2:1-8 I. HE MUST BE STRONG (v. 1) A. Exercise regularly B. Our military work hard to keep in shape physically C. How much are you investing to shape up spiritually II. HE MUST BE A FOLLOWER (v. 2) A. There is always someone who ranks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Engaged Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 4, 2009

In the spiritual battle against the enemies of your soul, you are either engaged, AWOL or siding with the enemy. What does it mean to be engaged as a Christian soldier.

ARE YOU ENGAGED? 2 TIMOTHY 2:1-4 There is a spiritual war that has raged through the ages. This spiritual warfare is the seemingly never ending battle between God and His kingdom and Satan and his forces. Ephesians 6:12 describes it this way: “For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Soldier

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 24, 2008

As "Privates First Class" in the army of God, we should strive to be all we can be for Christ.

A Good Soldier 2 Timothy 2:3-4 I. Endures Hardship (v. 3) a. Satan wants to destroy you—physically and/or spiritually (1 Peter 5:8; Luke 22:31) b. We must stand our ground when Satan attacks (1 Peter 5:9; James 4:7) c. God always provides a way to endure (1 Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Soldiers For Christ

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on May 9, 2011

Serving in the Lord's army is a great honor but also includes many responsibilities. Our marching orders are to evangelize the world with the Gospel!

It was already almost a week ago when the incredible news hit that Osama bin Laden was killed by an elite squad of Navy Seals. We probably never will know the names of these brave men but they are due our thanks and gratitude for risking their lives for the country. We as followers of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Life Is Like...

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 9, 2011

Life is like many different things that we experience in this world.

INTRO.- One thing we all know is that life is not easy. There are hills and valleys. There are good days and bad. There are positives and negatives. There are ding bats and ding dongs who get in our way in life. There are saints and ain’ts who enter our lives for good or evil. There are good ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There A Soldier In The House?

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

* Since the death of Jesus Christ approx. 2000 years ago 43,000,000 Christians have become martyrs,

Is There A Soldier in The House? 2 Tim. 2:3 One of the most sobering scenes I have ever seen is a picture of Arlington cemetery of the rows and rows of crosses of the many that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom we enjoy. I am reminded of those also in the army of Christ who have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3

Veteran's Day 2012

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 13, 2012

What does it mean to be a "good soldier of Christ Jesus?" (2 Timothy 2:2) What are the requirements, commitments and benefits?

2 Timothy 2:1-7 “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. “Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

The Type Of Servant God Needs

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 5, 2013

Are you the type of servant God needs you to be? In this message let us see 7 servant types that Paul encouraged Timothy to be in order to serve God successfully.

II Timothy 2 Intro: Serving God is a great privilege for anyone. Timothy proved to be a great servant in so many ways and in our text, we learn just how great of a servant he had become. Through Paul's encouragement, Timothy saw 7 descriptive titles for a servant and it would be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Soldiers

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 10, 2013

Every Christian should have the commitment of a Soldier to the cause of Christ. What does it mean to be a soldier? What 3 things are required of soldiers? And what 3 things can you expect from God as a soldier?

SOLDIERS 2 Tim. 2:3-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. At one Army base, the annual trip to the rifle range had been canceled for the second year in a row, but the semi-annual physical fitness test was still on as planned. One soldier mused, "Does it bother anyone else that the Army doesn't seem to care ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Soldiers Of The Cross

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 15, 2013

A Veterans Day Sermon (but can also be adapted for Memorial Day) which likens the requirements of discipleship to being an obedient soldier

Sermon Lanier Christian Church November 11, 2012 David Simpson Soldiers of the Cross 2 Timothy 2:1-4 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Eulogy Rev. Adrian Lynum

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 6, 2011

Funeral for a fellow pastor who was admired by his family, his church and colleagues in ministry. He had been widowed and then remarried. Both spouses have a place in the message.

Adrian Lynum. God has given us the honor and privilege of celebrating the life of one of his children whose life has ended well. The mind of God is a fascinating place to behold dreams that we would never think of putting into place. Who but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed