THOUGHT QUESTIONS:

1) Why do you think Paul had not seen Timothy during the time between the two letters he wrote Timothy?

2) In verses 5 and 6, what is the connection between Timothy’s strong faith and his fanning into flame the gift God had given him?

3) How would you describe Paul’s conviction about who he was and about the purpose to which God had called him?

PERSONAL APPLICATION:

1) Paul and Timothy, both, felt challenged as they exercised their faith. How do you feel challenged as you exercise your faith?

2) If Paul were speaking to you, what would he say about your faith and the way you were using your gifts?

3) To what extent are you willing to suffer for gospel?

TWEETABLE THOUGHT

*BOLD FAITH FUELS (FANS THE FLAME OF) EFFECTIVE MINISTRY AND PROTECTS AND PUSHES THE GOSPEL FORWARD