Christian Character - Week 12

CALLED TO PERSEVERE

Opening Question: Have you ever felt like giving up Christianity and taking up an easier way of life? Explain.

Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 1:8 - 2:7

Discussion Questions

1. How does Paul encourage Timothy to persevere in his walk with the Lord? What does he encourage him to focus on?
   
2. How does the message of the Gospel encourage you to stand firm?
3. In what ways do the metaphors in 2:3-6 provide insight into the life of a disciple?
4. In what specific ways might it cost you to endure for the sake of the Gospel, both now and in the future?
5. What else did you learn?