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July 14th – 1 Timothy 4:7-8

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1 Timothy 4:7-8

Too many times I have been guilty of not practicing due diligence when it comes to my relationship with God. I’ve been lax in giving it the time and nurturing it deserves. Because honestly, discipline is not my strong suit. Yet Paul advises us to diligently practice self control for the goal of walking in righteousness. Why? Because godliness transforms our lives into ones God intends for us to have. Lives of love, peace, joy, and fulfillment. “For it is this we labor and strive, because we fixed our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of believers.” (1 Tim. 4:10) Practicing godliness deepens our relationship with the Lord, and provides a wonderful testimony to the lost. Because what better attraction could there be then seeing a follower of Jesus leading a disciplined, godly life to its fullest.

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January 15th – 2 Timothy 1:7

2 Timothy 1:7

When you fail to reach a goal do have a laundry list of reasons as to why it isn’t your fault? If so you’re not alone. But as Christians victory can be ours when we partner with Christ. For what is impossible in our strength, is possible in God’s. Because God supplies us with everything we need to not only reach every goal, but to soar higher and father than we could ever imagine! In His great love, God as given us an arsenal of bravery, love, and self control. And armed with these gifts, we are unstoppable!