Daily Scripture Threshing for Thursday, September 5, 2024
Today’s Text: 2 Timothy 1:3-10
Key Verse: 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV): "For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
Many remarkable Christians have demonstrated remarkable life of courage that confirm that the key text today is true. A good example of such in the history of the church is Hugh Lattimer, who once preached before King Henry VIII. Of which Henry was greatly displeased by the boldness in the sermon and ordered Lattimer to preach again on the following Sunday and apologize for the offence he had given.
The next Sunday, after reading his text, he began his sermon as follows: "Hugh Lattimer, dost thou know before whom thou are this day to speak? To the high and mighty monarch, the king's most excellent majesty, who can take away thy life, if thou offendest. Therefore, take heed that thou speakest not a word that may displease. But then consider well, Hugh, dost thou not know from whence thou comest—upon Whose message thou are sent? Even by the great and mighty God, Who is all-present and Who beholdeth all thy ways and Who is able to cast thy soul into hell! Therefore, take care that thou deliverest thy message faithfully." He then preached the same sermon he had preached the preceeding Sunday—and with considerably more energy.
Fear can be overwhelming, but as children of God, we have been given a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. We are called to live with courage, confidence, and clarity. What fears are holding you back? God wants you to replace fear with faith and trust in His power and love. Paul writes to Timothy, encouraging him to remain steadfast in his faith amidst challenges and persecution because God, in His sovereignty and provision, has not given us a mindset of timidity, anxiety, or dread. Instead, He gives us power. More so, His love is our sure source of strength. Through His love, we experience sound, stable, disciplined, and wise mindset. Therefore, fear is not from God; but faith and trust in Him are. So, as a Christian, you can face challenges with confidence, staying focused, calm, and wise in turbulent times.
Action Step: Transform your life with this truth. Rely on God's spirit of power, love, and self-discipline to overcome fear, anxiety, and uncertainty.
Quote for the Day: "No bombardment of our past or present is strong enough to define our lives if we let the spirit of power, and of love, and of a sound mind in Christ inspire our courage to live." (Simon Olatunji #quotablequote)
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for not giving me a spirit of fear. Fill me with your spirit of power, love, and sound mind. Help me to overcome fear and live with courage and confidence. Let this word guide my thoughts and actions, and help me to continue to reflect your love and courage — in Jesus's most glorious name. Amen.
With all my love and prayers,
Rev Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.
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