This shows Paul's concern for the young Timothy.

…This shows Paul's concern for young Timothy.

…In chapter 1, he encourages Timothy not to be ashamed of the suffering he endures for the sake of the gospel, but to hold his head high.

He also encourages him by saying,
"The Spirit is not a spirit of cowardice, but a spirit of power!"

…Young Timothy…may have suffered a lot for the sake of the gospel. 😥
He also seems to have had health problems.

…In 1 Timothy 5:23,
"From now on, do not drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and for the sickness that frequently occurs."

He may have had a weak stomach.

…To Timothy, the young pastor who was weak both physically and mentally, Paul wrote,
"Become strong through the grace that is in Christ Jesus."

…We too…cannot become strong by our own strength!

You may have temporary energy, but once you become a Christian... when it comes to invisible spiritual pressures and difficulties... without God's grace... it's impossible... 😨
... To continue your life of faith... you need to constantly receive God's grace❗️
God's grace will protect and nurture you.

Shalom 😃

This page archives a Morning Word message shared by Pastor Peter Sunagawa on LINE. The English prose is a translation of the Japanese source message. For Scripture wording, use the BSB link above.