Today’s passage: 2 Timothy 1:15-18
Helpful thoughts:
- The Roman province of “Asia” included the city of Ephesus. When Paul was imprisoned this last time, it appeared as though only Timothy remained supportive of him from the church and region.
- Paul prays a blessing on Onesiphorus and his family for the ministry he gave to Paul in his time of suffering.
- The Christian faith is not to be lived alone (Even by the Apostle Paul). We need each other.
Questions to consider:
- What is the basis and foundation of our fellowship together as Christians? How is the genuineness of our fellowship tested when hardships come?
- What is the relationship we absolutely need to endure hardship, or even to endure times of ease and prosperity (Philippians 4:11-13)? If our relationship with Christ is the greatest necessity, then how can our relationships with other believers be truly beneficial and formative? What is the center and bond of every good Christian friendship?
- Can you praise the Lord for some friends who have comforted you in and pointed you to Christ? Who can you be a friend to today?