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This piece explores the four significant accomplishments of the Apostle Paul as outlined in 2 Timothy 4:6-8. It emphasizes the themes of fighting the good fight, completing one's course, keeping the faith, and the ultimate reward of a crown for the faithful. Drawing on various scriptures, the text highlights the importance of discipline, commitment, and perseverance in the spiritual journey. It urges readers to remain steadfast in their faith and to contend for what is right, reflecting on how many may finish their journey yet not do so in faith.
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PAUL’S FOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2 Tim. 4:6-8
“I Have Fought A Good Fight” • Judges 3:1-2 – combat must be learned • I Tim. 6:12; 2 Cor. 10:4-5 • Eph. 6:11-12; I Sam. 17:29 • Discipline; sacrifice; commitment to the unit. • Confidence in the cause
“Finished My Course” • How many can’t say this. A “winner”. • I Cor. 9:24-27 – intensity • Gal. 5:7 – don’t be deterred. • 2 Tim. 2:5 – in the spiritual conflict, there are “rules”. • Patience – Heb. 12:1
“Kept the Faith” • Jude 3 – contend for the right thing. • I Cor. 15:58; Col. 1:23 – persevere • 2 Peter 3:14 – with diligence. • So many “finish the course”, but not “in the faith.”
Gained a Crown • Jesus – Heb. 2:9; Rev. 14:14 • James 1:12 – A promise to the faithful. • I Peter 5:4 • “Not to me only…”