Bring It On

2 Timothy 4

  1 I solemnly urge you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus, who will someday judge the living and the dead when he appears to set up his Kingdom: 2 Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.
 3 For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will reject the truth and chase after myths.
 5 But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid of suffering for the Lord. Work at telling others the Good News, and fully carry out the ministry God has given you.

Three points to take away from this solemn urging from Paul: 1)Be prepared to preach the Word always. Be patient with them, and teach them always. 2)Not everyone will accept your preaching, nothing you can do about that. 3)Stay focused on Christ, keep your mind clear, and yes, you will suffer for the sake of Jesus. Knowing that is what awaits those of us who are faithful to the Word of God, and to Jesus, it is little wonder why so many people honor Christ with their lips only. As for me, I say, bring it on! I will remain faithful to Jesus to my dying breath and beyond!