August 28
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2 TIMOTHY 4
17 But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So, I was rescued from the lion’s mouth. 18 The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.
19 Greet Prisca and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus. 20 Erastus remained at Corinth, and I left Trophimus, who was ill, at Miletus. 21 Do your best to come before winter. Eubulus sends greetings to you, as do Pudens and Linus and Claudia and all the brothers. 22 The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you. – 2 Timothy 4:17-22
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2 TIMOTHY 4 THE LORD STRENGTHENS AND RESCUES US
A poem inspired by these verses by ILMA
While we live in this corrupt world, wickedness surrounds us
We ought not to be defeated by such unrighteousness but always trust
In him alone will we have strength to go through the valleys in our lives
He is the one who rescues us and deliver us from all hardships and strife.
If we rely on our own strength and our understanding we will fail
If we seek him first in all, we will be overcomers and not fall
Even though we are surrounded with all kinds of evil
If we come close to him, he’ll come to our rescue and beat the devil.
Let us not forget that we are vessels of the Spirit of the Lord
We ought to declare the message of the gospel to the world
Praise and honor him and give him all the adoration and glory
By doing so, we get our minds renewed and our strength stronger.
Do not cave in to the wiles of the devil and keep your eyes on Jesus
The word of the Lord is true and is there to make you discern
Feed on his word and you will have strength in the midst of trials
The Lord Almighty is faithful to save you from what you are going through.
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REFLECTION
• How has the Lord manifest his faithfulness during hard and trying times in your life? What happens if we rely on our own strength and understanding?