Most believe that Paul was eventually released from his imprisonment in Rome after 2 years (Acts 28:30-31). It’s likely that Paul made a 4th journey after his time in Rome, and Clement seems to indicate that he may have even made it to Spain. During this time, he writes letters to Timothy and Titus. This week we look at his second letter to Timothy, whom he left to pastor the church in Ephesus. 2 Timothy is the last remaining words we have of Paul before his execution at the hands of Nero. He leaves Timothy with some final instructions on how to live, lead, and be faithful in the midst of an environment that’s growing more and more hostile toward Christians. Paul charges Timothy to be courageous, insist on the Gospel, and finish well. May the Spirit help each of us to do the same!

Scripture References: Acts 28:30-31, 2 Timothy 4:1-22, 2 Timothy 3:1-17, 2 Timothy 2:1-26, 2 Timothy 1:1-18

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