STIR UP THE GIFT

Hope Unlimited Church

2 Timothy 1:3-8 NIV

Timothy, I thank God for you—the God I serve with a clear conscience, just as my ancestors did. Night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. 4 I long to see you again, for I remember your tears as we parted. And I will be filled with joy when we are together again.

5 I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Lois and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you. 6 Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of God which is in you through the laying on of my hands.

Key #1 - It’s in You

Genesis 2:7

God formed Man out of dirt from the ground and blew into his nostrils the breath of life.

Key #2 - It's in You, but it's not For you

1 Peter 4:10 NIV

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

Key #3 - Don’t be Afraid

2 Timothy 1:7

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.

Key #4 - Don’t be Ashamed

2 Timothy 1:8

So never be ashamed to tell others about our Lord.