by lighthouse | Jul 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
II Timothy 4:2 “Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.” Paul gave careful instructions to Timothy that you and I should take to heart also. Always be prepared–which you can only be by studying His Word diligently; when instructing or teaching be accurate, respectful and always helpful; and do all of this with a caring heart.
by lighthouse | Jul 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
II 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.” You and I are created for a purpose. We are given individual and unique talents. How could either of us discover our talents and purpose if we ignore studying the Scriptures? Or is it possible God wrote the Bible because He had nothing else to do? That is far from the truth. The Bible is written so you and I can really live life and live it to the fullest. How can anyone accomplish that without knowing God and His thoughts? We want to learn all we can. Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Jul 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
II Timothy 3:12 “In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” Defending God’s truth will result in controversy. The seemingly simple topics of when life begins, the family and problem solving, what is important in this life, fame vs. humility, who is the only true God, and other similar topics are all addressed in the Bible. Why man insists on skewing the truth and defiling God is beyond foolishness. Defend your Savior always–no matter the cost.
by lighthouse | Jul 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
II 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.” God’s instruction to all of us is to be diligent representatives of truth. Be bold in confessing to others His absolute truth. Study His Word so that we know what absolute truth is. How blessed we are to be loved and adopted children of God.
by lighthouse | Jul 22, 2025 | Uncategorized
II Timothy 2:3 “Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Jesus Christ.” Wouldn’t you think that as a faithful follower of Jesus we would have a life of pleasure, comfort and enjoyment? We would if this life was Heaven, but it is far from Heaven. This world is full of corruption, earthly ruinous desire and those who are set on either denying Jesus or destroying those who are faithful to him. Why? The force of the devil is very strong. You and I, like soldiers are constantly involved in a battle. Our responsibility is to be strong, represent our Savior and spread His truth as we travel on our journey to live with our Savior forever.
by lighthouse | Jul 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
II Timothy 1:14 “Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you—guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.” Paul knew the extreme value of God’s words of absolute truth. He wanted Timothy to place that same value on God’s truths and he also knew the Holy Spirit would help Timothy defend and expose that truth to others. God is telling you and me that same thought. Spread the Gospel and don’t be afraid to do so. The Holy Spirit lives within you and me also.
by lighthouse | Jul 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
II Timothy 1:10 “but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.” Only God could both destroy death and bring immortality. What a privilege and joy it is for you and me to have as our best friend our Jesus who brings us life and immortality. That thought has got to make our day–or should we say–our life!! Have a great weekend.
by lighthouse | Jul 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
II Timothy 1:7 For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” None of us should be shy about spreading the Gospel. To be blessed with the gift of eternal life is the most loving and precious gift anyone can receive. Why, when that gift is available to every believer would we not spread the word? We must all pray for courage to testify to the truth, live that truth and share in the marvels of that truth.
by lighthouse | Jul 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
I Timothy 6:17 ‘Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.’ Anyone who puts their security in earthly assets is gambling with a certainty of calamity. Anyone who puts their security in the surety of eternal life with their Heavenly Father because of the redemptive work of their Savior enjoys the assets of this life as blessings from God. Enjoy and be secure.
by lighthouse | Jul 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
I Timothy 6:11 But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. The keys to unlock the door leading to success do not include a key to a giant tax-free municipal bond or a huge 401k account or great rental income—these are all fine, but the golden keys unlock a heart of faith-filled relationship with your and my Heavenly Father. Those are the keys to hold and never let go.
by lighthouse | Jul 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
I Timothy 6:9 “Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction.” Be focused. Wear blinders. Let nothing interfere with attaining your goals. Now–the question is–on what? Attaining wealth? Attaining earthly pleasures? Having your “barns overflowing”? Developing a firm and growing relationship with your Savior? Gaining the peace and comfort which is only attained through a strong linkage with our Father? You choose–stay focused–God bless your choice.
by lighthouse | Jul 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
—– Forwarded Message —– From: Richard Waldschmidt Sent: Friday, July 11, 2025 at 07:32:30 AM CDTSubject: Contentedness is supreme I Timothy 6:6-7 “But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.” Is this verse suggesting that life is purposeless? Far from it. What it is saying is that one is to not devote their life to the accumulation of earthly wealth and pleasure with never a wonderful and relaxed feeling of contentedness. Don’t compare–you will never win. What is contentedness? Pray, discover continually your God-given purpose. Use your talents while helping your fellow man and praise God without ceasing. Have a great weekend.
