Whether it’s pumpkin spice season or pollen season, Paul says always be ready. Apparently, there’s no “off-season” for sharing hope — just extra caffeine. Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season…”
Because you never know when someone will ask, “So what do you believe?” while you’re in line at Starbucks
Section 1. Welcome and Announcements
Hey everyone, so glad to have you with us today! It’s always a joy to gather together as a church family, to learn, grow, and encourage one another. We’ve got some exciting things happening in our community, so let’s jump right into the announcements.
Announcements
- This Sunday: Join us after the service for a potluck lunch in the fellowship hall. Bring your favorite dish to share!
- Next Week: Our small groups will be meeting throughout the week. Check the bulletin board in the lobby for locations and times.
- Community Outreach: We’re partnering with the local food bank next month. Donations of non-perishable items are greatly appreciated.
- Upcoming Event: Mark your calendars for our annual Fall Festival on October 27th! There will be games, food, and fun for the whole family.
Section 2. Call to Worship
Let’s prepare our hearts and minds to focus on God. I want to read from 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5. This passage reminds us of the importance of holding fast to what we’ve learned and continuing in faith. Let’s use these words to call ourselves into worship, recognizing God’s presence and guidance in our lives.
Section 3. Opening Prayer
Dear Lord, thank you for bringing us together today. Open our hearts to receive your word, and help us to grow in our understanding of your love and your purpose for our lives. Fill us with your spirit as we worship, learn, and fellowship together. We ask all this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Section 4. Praise and Worship
Now, let’s lift our voices together in praise! Our worship team has prepared a wonderful selection of songs that will help us connect with God and express our gratitude for all that He has done. Whether it’s a contemporary song or a timeless hymn, let’s sing with all our hearts!
Section 5. Scripture Reading
Today, we’re diving into 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5. In this passage, Paul is encouraging Timothy to remain steadfast in his faith and continue to teach the truth of God’s Word. It’s a powerful reminder for all of us to hold onto the things we’ve learned and to share the Gospel with others.
The Events in 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
Paul reminds Timothy of his upbringing, steeped in the Scriptures, and urges him to continue in what he has learned. He emphasizes the power and importance of Scripture for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. Paul then charges Timothy to preach the Word, be prepared in season and out of season, correct, rebuke, and encourage with great patience and careful instruction. He knows that times will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine, but will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear.
2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 (NIV)
3:14 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, 15 and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
4:1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. 3 For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 5 But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.
Section 6. Pastoral Prayer or Intercessory Prayer
Lord, we lift up our hearts to you, grateful for the gift of your Word. We pray for strength to continue in what we have learned, just as Paul encouraged Timothy. Help us to be diligent in studying your Scriptures, so that we may be equipped for every good work. Give us wisdom to discern truth from error, and boldness to proclaim the Gospel, even when it’s unpopular.
Congregational Prayer Response
Help us, Lord, to be faithful disciples, holding fast to your Word and sharing your love with the world. Amen.
Section 7. Offering
Let’s take a moment to give back to God, as an act of worship. Your tithes and offerings help support the ministries of our church, enabling us to reach out to our community and share the love of Christ. Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness.
Prayer of Thanks
Heavenly Father, we thank you for the blessings you have poured out upon us. We offer these gifts as a token of our gratitude and love. Use them to further your kingdom and to bless those in need. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Section 8. Special Music
Now, let’s enjoy a special musical selection that will help us reflect on the message of the Scripture and prepare our hearts for the sermon.
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Section 9. Free Bible Study!
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Section 10. Sermon Outline
Sermon Title: “Holding Fast: A Call to Enduring Faith and Bold Proclamation”
This sermon explores Paul’s exhortation to Timothy, urging him to remain steadfast in his faith and to boldly proclaim the Word of God. We will examine the importance of Scripture, the challenges of ministry, and the rewards of faithful service.
I. The Foundation of Faith (2 Timothy 3:14-15)
- We have a foundation in the teachings of Christ.
- Paul reminds Timothy to continue in what he has learned. He emphasizes the importance of knowing those from whom he learned it and the Holy Scriptures from infancy. This section highlights the significance of a solid foundation in faith and the influence of godly mentors.
II. The Power of Scripture (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
- We grow in God through His Word.
- Paul declares that all Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. This section emphasizes the transformative power of Scripture and its role in equipping believers for every good work.
III. The Charge to Preach (2 Timothy 4:1-2)
- Paul gives a final charge.
- Paul urges Timothy to preach the Word, be prepared in season and out of season, and correct, rebuke, and encourage with great patience and careful instruction. This section emphasizes the urgency and importance of proclaiming the Gospel, regardless of the circumstances.
IV. The Peril of False Teaching (2 Timothy 4:3-5)
- We can’t stray from God’s path.
- Paul warns Timothy that the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine, but will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. This section emphasizes the need for discernment and the importance of staying true to the truth of God’s Word.
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Section 14. Benediction
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all, now and forevermore. Amen.
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