Appeal for Righteousness: Standing Firm in Faith

Pastor Ian Thompson of Bootle Protestant Free Church, offers an in-depth sermon and commentary on the first chapter of Paul's Second Epistle to Timothy. We discuss this meticulously analyse Paul's heartfelt letter from Roman prison to his spiritual son, Timothy, highlighting its tender, personal, and urgent nature. Key themes explored include Paul's divine apostolic calling, the legacy of sincere faith passed through generations, and the crucial exhortation to stir up courage in the Gospel. Furthermore, the texts emphasise God's sovereign grace in salvation and the imperative to cling steadfastly to sound doctrine in an age of compromise, urging believers to remain unashamed of Christ's testimony even amidst suffering.