MAKE WAY FOR THE GIFT

READING: 2 TIMOTHY 1:3-7

Verse 6: “Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of God which is in you through the laying on of my hands.”

2 Timothy has been and remains an important encouragement to many Christians at various times in their experiences. Verse 7 affirms for us that God has not given us a spirit of fear. As the truth of that verse is accepted, it works to powerfully overcome the detriment of fear. We are helped to become confident and secure. Therefore, verse 7 is worthwhile for that purpose alone, but its usefulness also extends to verse 6. In fact, part of the reason we are able to have the benefits of verse 6 is because of the victory over fear described by verse 7. The elimination of fear is one major provision that clears the way for Christians to be stirred up in the gifts which are in us. It is wonderful to be freed of the pressure of fear. It is even better when, by the removal of fear and its effects, we can be strengthened in our godly spiritual gifts. That’s a thought – about God’s Word.

RESPONSE

1. Is there need for a gift of God to be stirred up in your life?

2. Is fear blocking any spiritual goal that has been set before you?