Understanding and adopting a Kingdom mindset is essential to living the successful abundant life we have been called to in Jesus Christ. But there is a war between our fleshly earthbound cravings and our spirit’s desires. In this series, Nick Russell takes a closer look at the passage from 1 Timothy 2:1-7 to unpack just what Kingdom thinking looks like and how it is practically worked out in our lives:
2 Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. 2 You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.
3 Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4 Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them. 5 And athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules.6 And hardworking farmers should be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor.7 Think about what I am saying. The Lord will help you understand all these things.