Instructions
Read the following passages from the book of 2 Timothy. Answer the questions below based on your understanding of the text.
Passage 1: 2 Timothy 1:7
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline."
Questions:
- What does this verse suggest about the nature of fear and how we should approach challenges in our lives?
- In your opinion, how can power, love, and self-discipline help you in difficult situations? Give an example from your own life.
Passage 2: 2 Timothy 2:15
"Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth."
Questions:
- What do you think it means to be "approved" by God? What actions can you take to seek this approval?
- Why is it important to "correctly handle the word of truth"? Provide an example of how you might do this in your everyday life.
Passage 3: 2 Timothy 3:16-17
"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work."
Questions:
- How can Scripture be used as a tool for personal growth and development? Share your thoughts.
- What types of "good works" do you feel equipped to do in your community or school? List at least two.
Reflection:
In a few sentences, reflect on what you have learned from these passages. How can you apply these lessons to your life?