II Timothy 4:7-8

The Apostle Paul shared these words with Timothy as he neared the end of his ministry for Christ.

“ I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” II Timothy 4:7-8

• Completed work
  • I have fought the good fight
    • Unashamed service to Christ
  • I have finished my race
    • He that endures to the end shall be saved
    • Completed what Christ has called me to do
• Complete faith
  • Have kept the faith
  • Have upheld the Christian message
  • Have been true to Christ in daily living
• Complete hope
  • There is laid up for me a crown of righteousness
    • Produces confidence in living now
    • Gives assurance for the day when we see Christ

Today, we can come to this point and thank God for His marvelous grace, which supplies all of our needs for this life and gives us confidence for the future life the saints of God will know in the Kingdom.