Memories

Paul’s Memories & Reminder• I remember you constantly in my

prayers (v 3)• I remember your tears (v 4)• I am reminded of your sincere faith (v

5)• For this cause I remind you to fan into

flame the gift of God (v 6)

Fanning the Flame• “Fan into flame” (Gk. Anazopurein)• “to kindle afresh” or “to keep a full flame”

Faith on Fire 101“I thank God whom I serve…with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day” (v 3)– Serving God with a clear conscience– Constantly praying for others

Faith on Fire 101“As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy.” (v 4)– Timothy’s “man tears”– Paul’s joy at possibly seeing Timothy

Faith on Fire 101“l am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.” (v 5)

Faith on Fire 101“For this cause I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands” (v 6)

Faith on Fire Demonstrated“For God gave us a spirit not of fear…” (v 7)

Faith on Fire Demonstrated

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power

Faith on Fire Demonstrated

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love

Faith on Fire Demonstrated

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” (v 7)

Faith on Fire Applied

• What are some indicators in your life that your faith has “cooled off” a little?

• What have been ways that you have had the flame of your faith burn brighter?