Character Counts

2 TIMOTHY 2:11-19

“Character Counts”

Introduction-

Today we examine two other character qualities necessary for pastors and for the Christian life:

I. WE MUST BE SECURE – vv. 11-13

1- Union with Christ- v. 11

Rom. 6:8

2- Enduring with Christ- v. 12a

3- Disowning Christ- v. 12b

2 Pet. 2:1; 1 John 2:19; Matt. 10:32-33

4- Secure in Christ- v. 13

II. WE MUST BE STEADFAST – vv. 14-19

1- A Good Workman- vv. 14-15

Rev. 11:10 (KJV)

2- The Bad Workmen- vv. 16-18

1 Cor. 15:12-14

3- The Good Work- v. 19

Conclusion-

Recognize the security you have in Christ, and stay steadfast in the Word