From 1 Timothy 6:11-20

We strive to do what is right and good.  Sometimes that will be difficult, more often than not that will be difficult.  Our own nature will constantly be tempted to not do what is good, the things of our fallen world will constantly tempt us to not do what is good, the culture and society around us will tempt us to not do what is good, sometimes our friends and sometimes our enemies will tempt us to not do what is good . . .

It’s no wonder that Paul describes the effort to do what is right as a battle.

It is a battle worth fighting though, despite everything going on around us.  Strive to be righteous, to emulate God, to be faithful, loving, steadfast, and gentle.  Strive to cling to the faith that we share in Jesus Christ crucified and risen.

Focus on God

We are reminded in these verses that God graciously promises us an end to this conflict with Jesus’ return.

Function in Our Lives

We are encouraged to strive for the things of God.

Topics to Pray About                                                               

• Thank God for His guidance.
• Confess to God the times where you don’t struggle for good or righteousness in your own life.
• Ask God to bless His church and its mission.

In His Service,

J. LeBorious