2 Timothy 2:1-10

The Rock Church: Fenton

2 Timothy 2:1-10

April 2, 2019 • Paula Thorp

Paul writes that by God's strength we are called to be soldiers of the cross who are not distracted by the things of this world. We are also instructed to compete as atheletes who run this race of life well in order to win an eternal prize. The final example Paul gives us in this section of Scriptiure is to work diligently as famers as we patiently await a harvest. Soldiers, athletes and farmers are all "doers." Join us for this section of 2 Timothy and learn how you too can be a "doer" of the Word.

Discussion Questions:

1.) Are you teaching or helping others in their faith? If not, why?

2.) Read James 1:22-25. We are instructed to go beyond just listening to the Word to being "doers" of the Word. What does it look like to be a "doer" of the Word? Are there any areas of your life where you know what you're commanded to do, but aren't doing it? How can you repent and begin walking in obedience?

3.) What does it look like to be a soldier of the cross?

4.) What does it look like to be a "spiritual athlete?"

5.) What does it look like to be a "farmer" as described in this section of Scripture?

6.) Think through each of the above roles. What are the spiritual parallels of being a soldier, athlete or farmer?

2 Timothy 4:9-22

May 21, 2019 • Erin Morris

As Paul pens his final words to his friend, Timothy, he provides us with words that remind us to continue to fight the fight even when things are difficult. At times we may be wronged, but we must turn them over to the Lord and allow Him to repay them as He sees fit. Above all, we are not ashamed of the Gospel and we are prepared to carry it to any place God calls us. Join us for our final segment of 2 Timothy. Discussion Questions: 1. When we are wronged what does the Bible tell us to do? (Rom 12:17-21). Why is that hard? What can we think about or do to help us be godly when people wrong us? 2.In what ways are we tempted to follow the world instead of Christ? How are we tempted to prioritize our own comforts over obedience? 3.What makes it hard to remain obedient in difficult times? Why is it important that we do so? 4.Paul was willing to take the Gospel into Nero’s court. How can we be bold witnesses for Christ in areas where that may be difficult? Would you be willing to do the same?

2 Timothy 4:1-8

May 14, 2019 • Tracey Helms

2 Timothy 3:10-17

May 7, 2019 • Lisa McGill

During his life, Paul endured many trials and leaves us his example on how to deal with them when they come. Trials are often meant to strengthen us and even as we fight through them, we do not fight alone. God fights for us and gives us wisdom every step of the way. We should use our lives, even in trial, to convince other people that there is a God who loves them. What has convinced you of that fact and who are you convincing? Are you using your trials for His glory or are you wasting them? Discussion Questions: 1. Have you experienced trials in your life that God has rescued you from? Or are you currently waiting to be rescued? 2. Were you persecuted or mocked for your faith during these trials? Or can you tell of a time you were persecuted or mocked for your faith? 3. During your trials, how do you respond? Do you cling to truth/Jesus? Or do you often fall victim to worldly solutions? If so, how? 4. What experiences or people have helped convinced you of God’s power? 5. Are you training others in righteousness? Are you using scripture (the God-breathed bible) to teach, help, and/or uplift others?