How can you apply "continue in what you have learned" in daily life? Continuing in What You Have Learned: The Call “But as for you, continue in the things you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know from whom you learned them.” — 2 Timothy 3:14 Know the Content You’re Continuing In • The gospel: Christ died, was buried, rose again (1 Corinthians 15:3-4) • Sound doctrine handed down by faithful teachers (2 Timothy 1:13-14) • The whole counsel of God revealed in Scripture (Acts 20:27) Stay Close to Reliable Sources • Remain under Bible-teaching pastors and mentors (Hebrews 13:7) • Gather consistently with believers who revere Scripture (Hebrews 10:24-25) • Revisit trusted commentaries and study notes that align with the Word (Proverbs 15:22) Guard the Truth Internally • Hide God’s Word in your heart through memorization (Psalm 119:11) • Meditate on passages morning and evening (Joshua 1:8) • Ask the Spirit to remind you and illuminate meaning (John 14:26) Put Truth into Motion • Act on what you read—“be doers of the word” (James 1:22) • Let Scripture guide choices at work, home, and recreation (Colossians 3:17) • Speak words that mirror biblical values (Ephesians 4:29) Resist Drift and Deception • Test every teaching against Scripture (Acts 17:11) • Reject itching-ear messages that contradict sound doctrine (2 Timothy 4:3-4) • Take every thought captive to obey Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5) Cultivate Habits That Reinforce Learning • Daily reading plan—steady intake prevents starvation (Matthew 4:4) • Regular prayer—allow Scripture to shape petitions (Philippians 4:6-7) • Worship and song—let the Word dwell in you richly through music (Colossians 3:16) • Fellowship—discuss passages with friends and family (Proverbs 27:17) Pass the Truth Forward • Share insights with children and grandchildren (Deuteronomy 6:6-7) • Disciple newer believers as Paul did with Timothy (2 Timothy 2:2) • Use conversations, social media, and hospitality to spread the Word (1 Peter 4:9-11) Encouragement for the Journey • God finishes what He starts in you (Philippians 1:6) • His Word never returns void (Isaiah 55:11) • Staying faithful today prepares you for the crown of righteousness tomorrow (2 Timothy 4:7-8) |