A Good Soldier of Christ Jesus

2 You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, 2 and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also. 3 Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4 No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. 5 An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules. 6 It is the hard-working farmer who ought to have the first share of the crops. 7 Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.

Point #1

A disciple must depend on the grace of God

(v.1)

• To resist spiritual defection
• To gain spiritual strength

Point #2

A disciple must be faithful with the gospel

(v. 2)

• The gospel entrusted to us
• You entrust the gospel to faithful followers

Point #3

A disciple must endure hardship that comes with ministry

(vs. 3-7)

• As a soldier
• As an athlete
• As a farmer

Conclusion: