Find Top Church Sermons, Illustrations, and Preaching Slides on 2 Timothy 4:7. Paul's witness to Timothy in this meaningful epistle was, "I have fought the good fight. From the moment that he encountered the risen, ascended, glorified Lord Jesus, this man, Paul, had became an ardent follower of the Christ. 2 Timothy 4:7. He’ll do right not only by me, but by everyone eager for his coming. This is the only race worth running. Take notes, highlights, and favorites to share or document personal thoughts. Your credit card won’t be charged until the trial period is over. I've run hard right to the finish, believed all the way. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. He is about to break into the open with his rule, 2 so proclaim the Message with intensity; keep on your watch. This was Paul's beautiful message of encouragement to Timothy as he wrote his final letter to his precious son in the faith. The Greek is wider in its range, and takes in every kind of contest ‘I have striven a good strife’ would perhaps be nearer. Indeed, in the previous verse we read, "For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. 4:7). Luke is the only one here with me. Earlier in this same epistle, Paul reminded Timothy to “endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ” (2 Timothy 2:3). I have kept the faith - I have steadfastly maintained the faith of the gospel; or, have lived a life of fidelity to my Master. 2 Timothy 4:7New King James Version (NKJV) 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. All that’s left now is the shouting—God’s applause! Advance your knowledge of Scripture with this resource library of over 40 reference books, including commentaries and Study Bible notes. 2 Timothy 2:5). Paul had learned that living a spiritual life and maturing in the Christian faith, did not depend on his own ability, wisdom, intelligence, or efforts, but on the power of the indwelling Spirit of Christ, working in him and living through him. Begin reading God's Word ad-free with instant access to your new online study library. Don't have an account? Paul recognised the grace of God that had been extended to him, despite his impassioned persecution of the Christian Church, and he laboured for the gospel more fervently than any of his fellow apostles. Starting your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus is easy. Want more information about Bible Gateway Plus? This is the only race worth running. ... Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:17–18. Create or log in to your Bible Gateway account. It looks like you’re already subscribed to Bible Gateway Plus! You Young People before me this evening – make a pledge, a commitment, to run and to keep on running the Christian race. 9-13 Get here as fast as you can. Copyright © 2020, Bible Study Tools. This is the only race worth running. I've run hard right to the finish, believed all the way. The Greek word agonizomai, translated “fought,” means literally “to engage in conflict.” The word was used in the context of competing in athletic games or … Finding the new version too difficult to understand? To subscribe at our regular subscription rate, click the button below. I've run hard right to the finish, believed all the way. Certain personal details in the letter reveal a man settling his accounts and preparing for the inevitable. 25 Ibid. Just keep it simple. I’m about to die, my life an offering on God’s altar. But Paul also learned that the Christian life is a spiritual battle and a continuous struggle against evil. God will give him what he's got coming. This I ask in Jesus' name, AMEN. I have finished the course. I have fought a good fight - Every reader will perceive that the apostle, as was his very frequent custom, alludes to the contests at the Grecian games: Τον αγυνα τον καλον ηγωνισμαι· I have wrestled that good wrestling - I have struggled hard, and have over come, in a most honorable cause. I have kept the faith.". I have finished my course, or race; the race of life set before him, his course of years; his days were extinct, the grave was ready for him, and he for that; his last sands were dropping, and he was just going the way of all flesh; or else he means the course of his ministry, which he desired to finish with joy, and was now finishing; Acts 13:25 he was now got to the end of his line, to Rome, where he was to be a martyr for Christ, Acts 23:11 so that he now concluded his work was done, and his warfare accomplished: I have kept the faith; by which he means, not so much the grace of faith, that was kept by Christ, the object, author, and finisher of it, and through his effectual grace and powerful intercession; but rather the profession of faith, which he had held fast without wavering; and chiefly the doctrine of faith, which was committed to his trust, which he had kept pure and incorrupt against all opposition; unless his faithfulness and integrity in the ministerial work should be thought rather to be intended; and which sense is favoured by the Syriac and Ethiopic versions, which render it, "I have kept my faith"; or have been faithful to my trust, as a good steward of the mysteries of God; not concealing and keeping back any thing that was profitable, but declaring the whole counsel of God; and now what remained for him was the crown of righteousness; and this he says for the comfort and encouragement and imitation of Timothy and others. Try it free for 30 days. He had survived dangers in the city, hazards in the wilderness, and perils on the sea - but Paul discovered that God's grace was sufficient in EVERY eventuality of life that he faced. Published by permission. Verse Thoughts Second Timothy was the last epistle written by that great apostle Pail to his son in the faith, for our learning, shortly before his impending death. Learn more. He had fought the good fight, he had finished the course, and he had kept the faith. He was beaten with rods, lashed with whips, stoned by angry crowds, and imprisoned time and again. God will give him what he's got coming. This is the only race worth running. In the prospect of his approaching end, Paul expresses the consciousness of having been faithful in the career appointed to him, and the hope of the heavenly reward.
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