This week's episode is part two of our series on 2 Timothy.

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Hey <<First Name>>,

You should be receiving copies of the Thru the Bible in 7 Weeks group study in the coming days unless you told me your group couldn't go through it at this time. The power went out at the church yesterday, so the printing schedule was delayed a bit. I'm hoping to have them mailed out by the end of day today. Click below to download a PDF of the study in case you don't receive copies in time for your first meeting.

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A Christ-Centered Leader is Courageous in Christ

(2 Timothy 1:8-18)

Do you ever feel timid to share your faith or lead others? Are you tempted to feel ashamed of who you are or what you have to share? Then you'll want to hear where Paul draws his strength from, and the advice he gives to Timothy to encourage him to stand strong for his faith.

(Episode length: 17 mins)

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Show Notes

Main idea: A Christ-centered leader is courageous in Christ.

Don't be ashamed

It is in remembering the gospel we believe that we receive the power to proclaim it
The courage to share Christ comes from Christ

Suffer for the gospel by the power of God

Paul's suffering was a result of his obedience
God gives the power to share the gospel, and he gives the power to suffer for the gospel

Examples of Endurance

Paul has no problem calling out those who deserted the gospel, and he has no problem lifting high those who aren’t ashamed of the gospel

Reflection Questions

Do you ever feel ashamed of Jesus? Are you usually nervous to share your faith?
What stops you from sharing Jesus with people? Think back through what Paul said to Timothy and see if anything comes to mind. Pray for God to give you the strength to overcome whatever fears you have.
Where does your courage come from? Does it come from your ability to accomplish things by your own abilities, or does it come from Jesus? What is it important for courage to be rooted in Christ?
Do your group members know what it looks like to be ashamed of Christ? Do they know what it looks like NOT to be ashamed of Christ? What examples can you give them?

Download a full transcript of this episode below.

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Take care,

Grayson Pope
Pastor of Community
Mecklenburg Community Church

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