Either Life in Christ or Life at the Devil's pleasure

2 Timothy 2:14-25

Inspired thots

Once Salvation is attained, a child of God has been set free to move on with God.
Hence, v12 encourages me to 'DO MY BEST to present myself to GOD as one APPROVED; a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who CORRECTLY Handles the word of truth.'

1) Do my best ~ Its an EFFORT I need to put in; it is not an autopilot outcome. Effort comes from desire or passion.

2) Present myself to GOD ~ it is TO GOD that I will be presenting myself; the most important Authority

3) as one approved ~ Praise God! He's never judgmental once He has forgiven; this is something I need to pick up. Everyone needs assurance and acceptance. No one wants to be condemned.

4) a workman who does not need to be ashamed ~ must be performing right. When I behave rightly, there is nothing false to hide. Work right- God's ways.

5) correctly handles the word of truth ~ learn from God His word. Revelation, Lord! Inspire!

'The Lord knows who are His' ~ all wise and omniscient God; it is up to me to decide to be on God's side or not.

'Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.'
~ It is a natural desire to draw near to the One who has saved me, and away from the one who meant evil for me. One must get this and stay focused. How easily deceived man can be!

v20,21 ~ It is up to ME to decide what type of instrument or vessel I want to be
~ A cleansed container to hold good things or otherwise.
~ There is always some use for everything; junk has its own use too. No wonder the devil wants man. This is a revelation.