Daily Reading 10-7-16
2 Timothy 2:1-7 New Living Translation (NLT)
How does someone stay strong in Grace? Grace is God’s unmerited favor extended to us. We can all be recipients; but we must trust God and be willing to embrace His strength when ours begins to fail.
As of today, 1.5 million people are under evacuation mandates and 3,500 National Guards have been deployed to help as Hurricane Matthew heads toward the east coast of Florida. Many of us are praying for God’s protection over every life and to stay strong in the Grace that Christ alone can give. May we all help others as best we can while being good soldiers in God’s grace.
2 Timothy 2:1-7 A Good Soldier of Christ Jesus
1Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. 2 You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.
3 Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4 Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them. 5 And athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules. 6 And hardworking farmers should be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor. 7 Think about what I am saying. The Lord will help you understand all these things.
Prayer: Father, please send your angels to protect everyone who lives in the path of Hurricane Matthew. Thank you for the leaders who are seeking to prepare for the storm and to provide safety for your family. Holy Spirit, keep us all strong in Jesus’ name. Amen.