You have a great heritage! In Hebrews we are told that we are compassed about by a great cloud of witnesses. Here Timothy is told not to forsake His godly heritage. Paul celebrates that he comes from a long line of Godly people. Today we must remember that the gospel is a precious gift from an almighty God. That you and I were able to receive salvation through God’s grace alone. The gospel that was paid for on the cross of Jesus Christ some 2000 years ago is the same cross we hold up as the only way and only truth for eternal life. Don’t forsake this awesome redemption that has been given to you through the faithfulness of God and faithful men. People are persecuted for this gospel. People die because they desire to share this gospel. The good news of Jesus Christ is not a casual historical event but the power of God unto salvation! This is why Paul encourages Timothy to hold to the faith that was passed down. Paul tells Timothy and us today to stir up the gift God has given us. Why? This heritage will be passed on and we are part of it! How cool is this gospel?! I am part of the family of God which includes Abraham, Isaac and Jacob who are part of my heritage. Mathew, Mark, Luke and John are my brothers in the sharing of this gospel. Paul, Timothy, and Barnabas are my church family from the beginning in Acts. You and I have something bigger than we can comprehend! We must proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. I am redeemed!
I hope God excites us about what we have in Jesus Christ today
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