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Feb. 7, 2026
While an approach to Christianity that treats it as a soft option may sound attractive, it’s certainly not scriptural. Truly biblical discipleship is muscular, demanding, and thoughtful. The apostle Paul made this clear to Timothy as he urged him to proclaim the Gospel boldly and to suffer for it bravely. In this conference message, Alistair Begg examines the three word pictures Paul used to clarify the believer’s daily need for devotion, discipline, and diligence in the Christian life.
1You then, wmy child, xbe strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, 2and ywhat you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses zentrust to faithful men,1 awho will be able to teach others also. 3bShare in suffering as ca good soldier of Christ Jesus. 4No soldier dgets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. 5eAn athlete is not fcrowned unless he competes according to the rules. 6It is gthe hard-working farmer who ought to have the first share of the crops. 7Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.
Copyright © 2026, Alistair Begg. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
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