1 Timothy 4:12 Don't let anyone look down on you because you
are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in
faith and in purity.
Rev. Jay Hodges a retired pastor was the guest pastor for
the retiring pastors’ service yesterday. During his sermon he used a quote
familiar to me. “It’s not the size of
the dog in the fight; it’s the size of the fight in the dog.” The saying immediately
reminded me of the above scripture and Paul’s advice to his young co-worker,
Timothy. We heard many say that while they were retiring from being active
pastors they weren’t really retiring from ministry. They might not preach every week but there is
still much they would be doing. Just
like Paul didn’t want Timothy to be intimidated by those who might think him
too young for ministry, we won’t think of these friends as too old. God desires to reveal himself to each of us
and to accomplish his purpose through us.
How might someone consider you a Timothy? Know that God has a plan for every life. Don’t let anyone look down on you, but set an
example for others, showing that you are one of God’s beloved and chosen
children.
Holy
God, Thank you for equipping each of us to serve your Kingdom in some way. We ask that you reveal those ways to your
children and give them the confidence to withstand the criticism of others that
seems to surely come when Kingdom work is being done. Bless and guide us
today. We ask in your Son’s holy name.
Amen.Have a blessed day,
Paige
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