1 Timothy 6:12ab (ESV) — Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the
eternal life to which you were called …
NOTE: Earlier in the
book, Paul told Timothy that he was a soldier enlisted to Jesus Christ. The
context suggested that his task would not be easy and he would suffer. A
soldier's life is not easy, especially then. Campaigns could take a person a
long way from home and for a considerable time. You lived in a sparse tent and
did not enjoy any of the amenities of civilian life. Now Paul tells him to
fight the good fight of the faith. This is not a violent physical fight, but a
spiritual battle. We don't always see the results or even what God is doing,
but we continue to fight in faith believing that God is in control and is
working his good will in the situation. We should always pray and not give up.
That was one of the first things Paul told Timothy to teach the men. That is
what being a spiritual leader is all about.
PRAYER: Father, I
want to be a good example of a man who continues in prayer. Forgive me when I
fail. I know you are working. I must believe you are bringing good out of the
evil I see in the world.
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