BEING A GOOD EXAMPLE God has given me
BEING A GOOD EXAMPLE God has given me responsibility and He is coming back for accountability
GOD’S SOLID FOUNDATION STANDS FIRM 2 Tim 2: 19 19 Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his, ” and, “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness. ” God is our source of power. The time we spent with God determines our power. Spent time with God to be anointed. Knowing God, always fill your confidence. His greatest preparation is the time you spend with God will give you direction and strength to deliver your purpose.
GOD IS LOOKING FOR VESSELS OF HONOR – THAT IS PURE. GOD WANTS TO FLOW INTO A CLEAN VESSEL 2 Timothy 2: 20 In a large house there articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for special purposes and some for common use. 21 Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be instruments for special purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work.
A VESSEL OF HONOR IS THE ONE THAT IS CLEAN If you find a dirty expensive vessel and a clean cheap jug, you will use the clean jug. Check that the power has not dried up – your fellowship with God.
GOD HAS GIVEN ME RESPONSIBILITY ANDHE IS COMING BACK FOR ACCOUNTABILITY 2 Timothy 2: 22 Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. 23 Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. 24 And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.
SIX AREAS TIMOTHY TO BE AN EXAMPLE In Speech. In your conduct In love In spirit In faith. In purity – live a lifestyle that is pure before God. If there is sin in your life it will come out sooner or later.
EXAMPLE OF JESUS - LUKE 2: 40 Jesus grew in stature (Physical development). Romans 12: 1 – My body is a weapon of righteousness. Present my body in honor. The body is variable. He became strong in spirit – honesty, integrity. Not compromise to the world’s pressures. He grew in wisdom - Isaiah 11. Many are anointed but have no wisdom to use it. . Don’t sell your anointing. The grace of God grew in Jesus. Sometimes the grace operates in our lives and we do notice.
EXAMPLE OF JESUS - LUKE 2: 40 Luke 2: 46(NIV) – He was hearing and then talking 46 After three days they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. Jesus had goals and purpose. He was about his Father’s biz. He was subject to his parents. His first miracle was because his mum asked Him. He increased in favor with God and with man. Without compromising He increased in favor. You want favor with God. You wait until God puts you in the place He wants you.
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