7 Similes for a believer from II Tim 2
Paul uses several similes to describe Timothy in II Timothy chapter 2, which are clearly applicable to every believer. Let us quickly take a glimpse at 7 similes. Verse 1 - Son: As His sons and daughters , let us find the strength in the grace that is in our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. Verse 3 - Soldier: As His soldiers , let us be firm, nay, adamant in enduring the hardships that is thrown our way as we try and progress in a good Christian life. The persecutions, the problems, let us endure them all. Verse 5 - Athlete: Just like how an Athlete runs bearing in mind all the rules, the do's and don'ts, let us run our path with an implicit obedience to the word of God. Verse 6 - Farmer: Work hard like a Farmer . There is nothing more rewarding than working hard for the Lord and reaping the beautiful benefits which are souls saved. Verse 15 - Worker: Work diligently as a good Worker . This diligent work done with a spiritual discernment is assured to save us from any shame w...