1. Godliness has value for all things (6-10)

Paul encouraged Timothy to always point out the gospel to the church, being a good minister of the word of God. Good and disciplined teaching requires training. Those who compete in sports train their bodies. In the same way, God's people train themselves to be godly. This means avoiding any godless teaching that is not the gospel. It means recognizing the value of godliness in all things, both here and in the life to come. Our labor is in the Lord, and we strive to grow in hope.

2. Do not neglect your gift (11-16)

Timothy was young, but Paul commanded him to teach the gospel, to be an exemplary leader in the church, and to devote himself to the word of God. This was a spiritual gift that Timothy had received. Paul told him to be diligent in these matters, being a good steward of the word of God that was entrusted to him. Persevering in the word of God is salvation for both Timothy and his hearers.


Application: Lord, help me to persevere in the word and train myself to be godly.
One Word: The value of godliness