Kristi Burchfiel

VERSE: 2 Timothy 3:16-17–All scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. TRUTH: God’s Word, the Bible, is just that, words given to us directly by God. These verses list several ways to use God’s word, but the reason to use it is listed in verse 17. God gives us His word so we will be adequate and fully prepared for good works that we are to do. Do we feel prepared for everything He has for us today? If we’ve spent time in God’s word, we…

VERSE: 2 Timothy 2:10–For this reason I endure all things for the sake of those who are chosen, so that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus and with it eternal glory. TRUTH: What are we willing to sacrifice to see other people come to know the Lord? What will we endure for that purpose? Do we burn with passion to see Christ proclaimed everywhere that we would go through anything for that goal to be reached. Paul did. Can we do any less? RESPONSE: Lord, I desire to see everyone come to You. Please do whatever is necessary in and through me to see that…

VERSE: 2 Timothy 1:7–for God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline. TRUTH: We do not have to face the circumstances of life on our own. Each day, we have been given power and love and discipline to help us against any feelings of timidity that we may feel. God is faithful to help us navigate each day and we can trust in Him completely. Are we proclaiming Him boldly? RESPONSE: Father, thank You for going with me and for giving me all that I need physically and emotionally to be able to make it through each day.

VERSE: 1 Timothy 6:7–For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either. TRUTH: What are we trying to accomplish by the work that we do each day? Hoarding up the things of this world is meaningless because we cannot take anything with us when we die. Often we forget that truth when we are faced each day with an opportunity to bless someone else. RESPONSE: Lord, I came into the world with nothing and anything I have now is only because you have allowed me to have it. Please help me use things to share Your glory instead of hoarding things.

VERSE: 1 Timothy 5:25–Likewise also, deeds that are good are quite evident, and those which are otherwise cannot be concealed. TRUTH: The things we do, good or bad, are not hidden. Sometimes we mistakenly believe that we can share only the good things we do and that we can hide our poor choices. This verse indicates that we cannot hide our sinful choices, God sees them all. How would we act if everyone knew all our deeds? God does. RESPONSE: Father, help me act today as if the whole world was watching, because You are.

VERSE: 1 Timothy 4:12–Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe. TRUTH: Physical age makes little difference when it comes to living a Christ-centered life. Instead, Christian maturity comes from the level of obedience and surrender to Christ and allowing Him to live through us. Are we an example to others, no matter whether we are physically old or young? Ae we willing to be led by Godly people regardless of their age? RESPONSE: Lord, help me to focus today on the qualities You are growing in me and in others and less…

VERSE: 1 Timothy 3:11–Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful, in all things. TRUTH: Parts of this chapter deal with qualities to be found in men and others for women. As a woman, looking at this list, these are not suggestions, but are to be the descriptions of my life. Do others see these qualities in me and in all I do? Do I live out these in my life on a daily basis? RESPONSE: Lord, take these words and help me to write them on my heart and live them out today.

VERSE: 1 Timothy 2:1–First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men. TRUTH: Do we pray for others? More than that, are we entreating God to work and move in and through the lives of others with such intensity and passion that it doesn’t matter what our personal thoughts are toward that person? How about our leaders and those in authority, do we pray for them? We are urged by Paul to lift up and intercede for all people. RESPONSE: Lord, I want to lift up to You my fellow people around the world. Guide them, lead them, and…

VERSE: 1 Timothy 1:5–But the goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. TRUTH: Why do we spend time learning about God and all that He has done for us? So that we might learn about His perfect love that is pure, good, and sincere. Do we recognize all that He did for us to be able to demonstrate His love for us? Have we learned enough to be able to share His love with others? RESPONSE: Father, only You know what it means to truly with a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith. Today, teach Your love…