The Gift Rekindled2 Timothy 1:1-7

Overview of 2 Timothy

a. Author: Paul with the help of a scribe.b. Date: Summer of 64 AD.c. Situation:Paul is a Roman prisoner. He is in

chains and is lonely and near death. He writes Timothy to encourage him to continue the work.

d. Theme: Persevere in the proclamation of the Gospel.

Pastor Adams and Marie Meggs

•A one cent per case increase of Coca-Cola would bring the company $45 million a year.

•A one cent-per-gallon increase in the price of jet fuel increases Delta Airline's company costs by $25 million a year.

•A one cent increase in the hourly wage for all the employees of Home Depot amounts to $6.5 million a year.

•If Krispy Kreme increased the cost of each donut by one penny, the company would increase profits by $27 million.

"A Penny Saved," Atlanta Journal Constitution (8-22-04)

“The fellowship of the body is always two-way; receiving and giving. Wanting only to receive is not fellowship. We may not be preachers, but when we

come to worship we nevertheless bring what we have. There must be help of the pulpit from the pew.

Sitting and looking on will not do. We must give others to drink, not necessarily by speaking, but maybe by quiet prayer. ... Every member of the

Body has a ministry, and every member is called to function in the place appointed by the Lord. It makes no difference who does the work if the glory is His.”

Watchman Nee, What Shall This Man Do?

Nick Vujicic

DISCUSSION GUIDE

1. Complete the following to record the background information for 2 Timothy:

a. Author: Paul with the help of a scribe.b. Date: Summer of 64 AD.c. Situation: Paul is a Roman prisoner. He is in

chains and is lonely and near death. He writes Timothy to encourage him to continue the work.

d. Theme: Persevere in the proclamation of the Gospel.

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2. Why did Paul refer to Timothy as his “beloved son” in (2 Timothy 1:2)?

Paul addresses Timothy as his closest associate and apprentice to show mutual

devotion and love.

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3. Is there another Christian brother or sister in whom you feel that close? Who?

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4. How did Paul affirm Timothy as a Christ-follower in (vs. 3-5)?

a.(v. 3) He is thankful for Timothyb.(v. 3) He prays for him day and nightc.(v. 4) He longs to see him (everyone

wants to be missed)d. (v. 4) He affirms the joy that Timothy

brings

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4. How did Paul affirm Timothy as a Christ-follower in (vs. 3-5)?

e.(v. 5) He acknowledges Timothy’s faith

f.(v. 5) He acknowledges Timothy’s Christian heritage

g.(v. 5) He connects Timothy to his heritage

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5. Is there anyone that you are speaking into in order to encourage them in the Lord?

Who?

If not, who could it be?

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6. Paul implores Timothy to “kindle afresh the gift of God” in (v. 6). What does he mean by the “gift of God?”

Some say he is referring to his spiritual gift, others think he is referring to the Holy Spirit. Both are applicable as the Holy Spirit bestows spiritual gifts. If a

person is filled with the Holy Spirit he/she will be exercising his/her

gift(s).

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7. On a daily basis, what percentage would you say you rely on the Holy Spirit?

Less than 5% 10-20% 30-40% 50% or more

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8. If your percentage is low, what keeps you from

living in Holy Spirit power?

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9. What are the results of Holy Spirit filled living? (v. 7)

a. We will not be timid about our faithb. We will have power to serve utilizing

our gift(s)c. We will love as Christ loved usd. We will be disciplined in our spiritual

journey

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10. So, how are you doing? What must change in your life to live a Holy Spirit filled life?

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11. What is/are your spiritual gift(s)?

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12. How are you using your gift(s)? 

Erwin McManus

Rekindle Your Gift(s)

1.Life Group Involvement: “All to service, some to leadership.”

2. Participate in another church ministry.

3. Participate in a community service project.

4. Participate in a mission trip.

5. Do an anonymous, random act of kindness for someone.