July 30, 2017 | Paul Letvin
Passage: 2 Timothy 4:5-8
The Long Haul
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7
How to be a Long-Haul Christian:
- The long-haul Christian practices great F______________________ .
- JESUS is his rock, where he puts his hope and trust.
- The SOLDIER
- Psalm 62:5-8; Hebrews 11:1, 6, 39-40; 1 Timothy 6:12
- The Lord responds to our faith. 1 Samuel 14:6-23
- The long-haul Christian practices great P______________________.
- JESUS is his provider, meeting his needs/desires in His timing.
- The FARMER
- 1 Corinthians 3:6-7; 1 Corinthians 15:58; Ecclesiastes 3:11a
- The long-haul Christian practices great E______________________.
- JESUS is his sustainer, giving the energy to persevere.
- The MARATHON RUNNER
- 1 Corinthians 9:24; Hebrews 12:1-2; Romans 5:3-4
SUMMARY: Suffering now - rewards later! 2 Timothy 2:3-6; 4:5-8
Are you in it for the long haul? Make the commitment TODAY!