Scripture to Read: 1 Timothy 4:12
We continue in 1 Timothy 4:12 by examining the last two areas that we are to be a godly example to others. God tells us that we are to be an example through our faith. Faith is displayed through our actions in the way we trust in God, cling to God, and rely on God in all areas of our lives. Faith is what God has given us so we can follow Him completely. God tells us this in Romans 12:3, “For through the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think more highly of himself than he ought to think; but to think so as to have sound judgment, as God has allotted to each a measure of faith.” So, God has given everyone a “measure of faith” in order to cling to, trust in, and rely on Him. The faith God has given us allows us to live victoriously in this life; 1 John 5:4 “For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” It’s our faith, given to us by God, that provides us with the victory to overcome the world. Others must see this faith through us. Finally, God tells us that our purity must be an example to others. Living a pure life means we must guard what we watch with our eyes and listen to with our ears (Psalms 119:9-11). Living a pure life is only possible through complete surrender to Christ.
Challenge & Application
1. What did God teach you today about your faith and purity?
2. How are you practicing your faith and purity and growing in both areas as well?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!