#Study to shew thyself approved unto GOD

[paradise-restored]

I think I’m in my “Study to shew thyself approved” era. I’m soaking up the WORD. I’m really trying to learn and understand.

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[lilgreeneyes71]

The sad reality and the unseen circumstances

Discernment is on the decline

Hebrews 5:14 But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

Empathy and love from people on earth is nowhere to be found

Matthew 24:12 And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.

Persecution is at a record high

2 Timothy 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

Righteousness is decreasing while unrighteousness and iniquity have increased at a record level among Christians , and is being practiced

without any kind of restraint replacing self denial with self engulgence.

2 Timothy 3:1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.3:2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,3:3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,3:4 Traitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.

2 Timothy 2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.

Truth is rarely spoken while an abundance of lies are being told

2 Timothy 4:3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;4:4 And they shall turn away their ears from the truth, and shall be turned unto fables.

Knowledge of the word of God has decreased while deception continues to increase

Matthew 24:11 And many false prophets shall rise, and shall deceive many.

2 Timothy 3:13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived.

You're only defense is to know the word of God yourself by reading the scripture ,and looking up what everyone saids in scripture in the context that it's written

Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children.

Romans 3:4 God forbid: yea, let God be true, but every man a liar; as it is written, That thou mightest be justified in thy sayings, and mightest overcome when thou art judged.

2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

[hiswordsarekisses]

If a baby was born 7lb, that would be perfectly normal. If after a month the baby was still 7lb, you maybe a little concerned but it’s still not a big deal. If after 6 months, the baby is still 7lbs, you’re going to have reason for concern. If after 3 years that baby is still 7lbs , you would be carrying him to specialist all over the country. You would definitely do everything in your power to find out what the problem is.

Did you know the Bible talks about our faith the same way? You should be learning & growing in your faith. If you’re in the same place spiritually that you were 3 years ago or even 6 months ago, it’s time to for an examination. If you’re not growing then you’re dying.

We are not saved to continue living the way we were before salvation or to just sit on a pew on Sunday. We MUST get into the scriptures and learn. God tells us to study!

2 Timothy 2:15

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

[bills-bible-basics]

BIBLE QUEST -- a poem by Bill Kochman Visit https://www.billkochman.com/Poetry/ to see more. #BibleStudy #ScriptureStudy #Poem To see other poems related to this one, go to: https://www.billkochman.com/Poetry/index.html#Bible-Study "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." 2 Timothy 2:15, KJV ". . . we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth. And if any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know." 1 Corinthians 8:1-2, KJV "Test Doctrines for Scriptural Validity" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse329.html Article: "Humility in Our Understanding of God's Word": https://www.billkochman.com/Articles/Humility-in-Our-Understanding-01.html "Led by the Spirit in Our Understanding" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse479.html "Taught by Revelation of the Holy Spirit" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse319.html "Taught by No Man" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse465.html Article: "Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth": https://www.billkochman.com/Articles/ritediv1.html "Puffed Up With Knowledge" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse265.html https://www.billkochman.com/Blog/index.php/bible-quest-a-poem-by-bill-kochman/?feed_id=243832&BIBLE%20QUEST%20--%20a%20poem%20by%20Bill%20Kochman

[beardeddinosaurenthusiast]

2 Timothy 2:15 KJV: Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

Did you read your bible today? Did you sit with the Holy Spirit to receive wisdom through His word? Did you open your heart to receive the daily bread which is the word of God?

Social media is not your Bible. What someone said is not your Bible. What you are reading right now is not your Bible. Whatever you heard or read might be true, but be like the Berean Jews who "examined the scriptures"(Acts 17:11) to know the truth. God wants to talk to you personally; that's why He tore the veil so He can be with you and you with Him.

Book an appointment with God. I promise you He'll be there, waiting.

[shammah8]

RHAPSODY OF REALITIES

                                  SATURDAY 14

UNDERSTANDING HELPS YOU APPLY THE WORD CORRECTLY

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📖 O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart (Proverbs 8:5). 

Pastor Chris Says

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Understanding God's Word is crucial to applying it effectively in our lives. The Bible says, "Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding" (Proverbs 4:7). The Lord Jesus Himself emphasized the significance of understanding in Matthew 13:3-8 when He told the parable of the sower.

In His illustration, He explained that as the sower went forth to sow his seeds, they fell into different grounds. Some fell by the wayside and the birds of the air came and picked them up, and they had no chance to grow. The Lord Jesus however highlighted the problem of this group of people to be their lack of understanding of the Word they heard: “When any one heareth the word of the kingdom, and understandeth it not, then cometh the wicked one, and catcheth away that which was sown in his heart. This is he which received seed by the way side” (Matthew 13:19).

The practical application of God's Word hinges on your understanding of it. You can't put to work God's Word that you don't understand. Without understanding, it becomes challenging to implement biblical principles and teachings effectively in your daily life.

It’s one of the reasons we encourage people to study this devotional, Rhapsody of Realities, every day. It serves as a powerful tool for enhancing your understanding of God's Word. In it, we present biblical truths in simple and clear communication, making it easier for readers to not only comprehend but also apply God’s truths in practical ways. By breaking down scriptural thoughts into understandable terms, Rhapsody of Realities equips you to live out your faith confidently and purposefully each day.

2 Timothy 2:15 says, "Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and skillfully teaching] the Word of Truth" (AMPC). Prioritize understanding God's Word so that you may confidently and faithfully apply it in your life, knowing that through understanding, you can fully embrace and act upon the truths of Scripture.

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Dear Father, thank you for the wisdom and understanding you grant me through your Word. Thank you for the Holy Spirit who grants me deep insight into the truths and mysteries of the Kingdom. Thank you for granting me a discerning heart to comprehend and rightly apply the principles of the Kingdom in my daily life, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

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Psalm 119:130; The entrance of thy words giveth light; It giveth understanding unto the simple.

James 1:22-25; But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

[23] For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass:

[24] for he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was.

[25] But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. 

2 Timothy 2:15; Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 

Proverbs 4:7; Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: And with all thy getting get understanding.

[lightfromthelighthouse]

Good Morning!☀

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15

People spend much of their lives seeking the approval of others. We seek to please spouses, bosses, children, or friends in the hope that they will show their approval of us. Far too often, this is a moving target. What was sufficient to gain approval today might be insufficient tomorrow. And so it goes when we seek the approval of people instead of the approval of God.

With God, there is no moving target. He tells us plainly in his word what pleases him. He will support us when we put pleasing him first and provide all we need. When we make his approval our priority, he makes everything else fall into place!

[pugzman3]

2 Timothy 2:15

“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”

King James Version (KJV)

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

A Workman without Shame

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. — 2 Timothy 2:15 | King James Version (KJV) The King James Version Bible is in the public domain. Cross References: Romans 6:13; Ephesians 1:13; James 1:12; James 1:18

[babygirllittleman]

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

2 Timothy:2:15

[lordandtiffany]

• The Holy Bible is real news, Biblical prophecies are today's news headlines!•  Keep a repentant and sincere heart. 

• Seek the Lord while He may be found. (Isaiah 55:6-7)• Salvation through Jesus Christ is for all people. Jesus Christ loves and died for ALL ethnicities. He does not esteem one ethnic group over another. The Lord looks at the heart, not the outward appearance... · "... For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." -1 Samuel 16:7 · "For there is no respect of persons with God." -Romans 2:11

• I believe Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6) 

• I do not rely on preachers and teachers to spoon-feed me Biblical scripture; I study the Holy Bible/Biblical Scripture for myself ("Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." -2 Timothy 2:15). What I've studied and stored in my heart is continuously with me. 

• Although I do not depend on or expect ‘preachers and teachers’ to spoon-feed me God’s Word, I am grateful for and respect Holy Ghost-filled and knowledgeable Christian leaders (e.g. pastors, ministers, teachers, etc.) Specifically: David Wilkerson, Emery Moss, George William Bogle Sr., G. Craige Lewis, George Bogle, Derek Prince, R.D. Henton, Charles Lawson, Dr. Kent Hovind, Amir Tsarfati, Jack Van Impe, Jacob Prasch, John Haller, etc. 

• You need to understand why and what you believe. (*It is ok to ask sincere questions.) 

• Modern-day ‘Pharisees’ do exist. Pharisees are religious judgmental hypocritical individuals; They are NOT real Christians! Too many fake so-called 'Christians' pretend to love the Lord and people but their actions and the way they live their lives are contrary to what they say they believe. 

• Going to church doesn’t automatically make someone a Christian. There are many snakes and wolves that attend church services.

• Seeking Jesus Christ should always be a personal choice.

• Do NOT be lukewarm. (Revelation 3:15-16)

As long as you are alive you have a chance to repent and seek Jesus. He is the ONLY (and eternal) hope in this lost and dying world. Jesus loves us and wants us all to be right with Him.

PS.: There is an agenda bigger than being 💉ed or un💉. It is about CONTROL! No matter what political leaders, media or 'influencers' say, freedom of choice is important (those who think otherwise aren't intelligent!).

Life as we know it will never be the same. 'Normal' is never coming back (and it has nothing to do with a pandemic.) The 2020 pandemic was used as a springboard to bring forth a NWO (as described in Biblical scripture).

If you know, you know. If you don't know, I hope you wake up to what is truly occurring.

*TiffNote: This post in its entirety was originally posted circa 2021 via my Facebook page.

[theprayerfulword]

January 06

Ezekiel 37:14 You shall know that I, the Lord, have spoken and will act.

1 Timothy 2:4 Who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.

Jeremiah 33:3 Call unto Me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.

2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

Psalm 37:24 though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with His hand.

Matthew 7:24 Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.

May your choices not be based on material issues or natural conditions, like Lot did, but consider the spiritual cost. Remember that putting God first and making your search for His kingdom the primary purpose will allow all of the other things to be added to you. Genesis 13

May you expect God to make a separation in your life, pulling others away who will unsettle the peace of your heart and disturb the calm of your spirit. Once the distractions are gone, He will bring His promises to you, as He did to Abram. Genesis 13

May you know that though you live peacefully with your neighbors, the strife of others will, at some point, affect you, though you have no quarrel of your own. But as you trust God for wisdom and grace, He will give you strategies and multiply your resources, giving you the victory that others could not accomplish. Genesis 14

May you accept blessing and grace from unusual and unconventional sources, which may not follow the pattern you are familiar with. But as you understand the essential truths that you share together, you will find fellowship and refreshing together. Genesis 14

May you feel comfortable asking your questions of, and expressing your concerns to, the Lord, for He is a faithful and compassionate Friend. Your honest complaints and doubts, your anger and frustration, do not cause God any worry, nor does He hold them against you, but welcomes and accepts you. Genesis 15

May you receive God's answers with an open heart filled with faith, not doubting His word, but anticipating His promises with gladness and trust. It shall be credited to you as righteousness. Genesis 15

May you rely on God's promises and trust His love as you come to understand that the path to His promise goes through some dark and difficult times. It will be in those most challenging occasions that you will receive the greatest blessings and learn the most intimate truths of His love for you. Genesis 15

Turn to Me, My little one, in every circumstance and for every issue. Seek Me for each question. Desire My truth and My answer for any choice. As you look into My face in the spirit and stretch out your hand to feel My heartbeat, the turning of your desire to Me will change you and do My work within your spirit. You do not need to beg Me to hear you or plead with Me to be with you. I am always there and My ear is always open to your least whisper. But you do need to make Me your first stop, your one source, your only desire, so that the influences on your life are not many and your soul is not pulled in multiple directions. Yield to Me, My child, by coming to Me. Sit before Me, lay before Me, glance with your thoughts at Me, acknowledge Me in passing, thank Me for each little thing that I have given you and the care I am providing you. Any time spent in My presence, however short it may be, is never wasted.

May you turn to God willingly for deliverance from and victory over your carnal nature and fleshly desires of the heart. Though the discipline is strict and the pain can be great, the Lord will be with you and provide all that you need to save you out of your sin, not in your sin. Matthew 5

May you live your life with integrity in all issues such that others know without question that you speak truthfully and your promises will be kept. Therein do you honor the Father and show His faithfulness to the world. Matthew 5

May you accept the violence people give you, without retaliation, regardless of the injustice or unfairness. May you give what others demand, adding more than they require, willing rather to suffer loss of material goods and social status before man than suffer loss of peace and fellowship with God. Else, by striving and disputing in the flesh and turning to your natural strength and carnal understanding, you no longer walk in faith and trust in the Lord instead of relying on and having confidence in the justice and judgment of God's timing. Matthew 5

May you have the vision of the Father Who looks on each person as having great value and being precious in His sight, giving no heed to affiliations or associations of man that divide, isolate and separate. Matthew 5

May you be willing, even as Jesus demonstrated, to love and pray for all, giving common grace and courtesy to every person regardless of their response, that you might be shown to be children of your Father in heaven, Who is perfect. Matthew 5

May the Lord not rebuke you in His anger or discipline you in His wrath, but have mercy on you for you are faint, and heal you, for your bones are in agony, as you wonder how long until the Lord turns and delivers you, saving you because of His unfailing love toward you. Psalm 6

May the Lord hear your cry for mercy as you flood your bed all night with weeping and wear yourself out from groaning, weak with sorrow, and accept your prayer, as He turns back your enemies in shame, dismay and sudden disgrace. Psalm 6

May you listen to the wisdom of the Lord so you can live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm, unlike fools, whose complacency will destroy them, and the naive, whose backsliding and departure from the truth will kill them. Proverbs 1:32,33

[gfmason57]

2 Timothy 2:15 KJV

[15] Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

[bills-bible-basics]

SOLID GROUND -- a poem by Bill Kochman Visit https://www.billkochman.com/Poetry/ to see more. #Christian #Poetry #Poem To see other poems related to this one, go to: https://www.billkochman.com/Poetry/index.html#Bible-Study "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." 2 Timothy 2:15, KJV ". . . we know that we all have knowledge. Knowledge puffeth up, but charity edifieth. And if any man think that he knoweth any thing, he knoweth nothing yet as he ought to know." 1 Corinthians 8:1-2, KJV "Test Doctrines for Scriptural Validity" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse329.html "Treasure of God's Word" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse442.html Article: "Humility in Our Understanding of God's Word": https://www.billkochman.com/Articles/Humility-in-Our-Understanding-01.html "Led by the Spirit in Our Understanding" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse479.html "Taught by Revelation of the Holy Spirit" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse319.html "Taught by No Man" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse465.html Article: "Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth": https://www.billkochman.com/Articles/ritediv1.html "Puffed Up With Knowledge" KJV Bible Verse List: https://www.billkochman.com/VerseLists/verse265.html https://www.billkochman.com/Blog/index.php/solid-ground-a-poem-by-bill-kochman/?feed_id=214717&SOLID%20GROUND%20--%20a%20poem%20by%20Bill%20Kochman

[gosamiand-blog]

2 Timothy 2:15 KJV

[15] Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.