A Workman

2 Timothy 2:14-26

Key Verse 2:15

1. Read verse 14a. What do "these things" refer to? Why is it necessary for a servant of God to "keep reminding [his flock] of these things?" How would people benefit from someone constantly reminding them of these things? 

2. Read verse 14b. What does "quarreling" mean? What does it mean to warn [them] "before God"? What does the phrase "before God" indicate about the kind of attitude one must have towards God's words?

3. Read verse 15. How would presenting oneself to God result in him being approved by God? (Isaiah 50:4; Joshua 1:8; Romans 12:1-2)

4. Read verses 16-21. What does "godless" mean? What does "godly" mean? What are some examples of "godless chatter"?  What are the consequences of one indulging in godless chatter? What will be the positive outcome of the one who avoids a godless way of life and strives to be a godly man?  

 

5. Read verse 22a. What does the word "flee" indicate about the effect that evil desires have on youth?

6. Read verse 22b. The word "pursue" stands in contrast with "flee". Why should a young man (or woman) "pursue" righteousness, love and peace, while he or she needs to "flee" the evil desires of youth? How can one better pursue these qualities?

7. Read verses 23-26. Verse 23 differentiates arguments from quarrels. Are all arguments bad? What are the examples of "foolish and stupid" arguments?