"The Foundation of Discipleship," II Timothy 2:1-13

Recorded 1/18/2026

Pastor Larry Stephens continues the sermon series through II Timothy. This week, Pastor Larry highlights four disciplines illustrated by the apostle Paul for effective discipleship and disciple-making.

Application:

• A faithful teacher takes the time to ensure the lesson is correct and invests enough to ensure that the recipients understand and receive it. A faithful teacher, passing down truth, ensures the message is clear and received.
• A devoted soldier takes the time to train hard (in the Word) and knows the orders of his commander (to go).
• Like a focused athlete, there must be consistent training in the Word, seeking guidance from the coach or discipler, and a knowledge of the landscape of Christianity for perspective on the Word of God and history.
• To be like the hard-working farmer, to be like a hard-working farmer is to prepare for the future.

1. The Faithful Teacher
2. The Devoted Soldier
3. The Focused Athlete
4. The Hard-Working Farmer

Prayer Prompts:

• Pray that the Lord will give you the desire to uphold sound teaching and live in such a way that will compel others to pay attention.
• Pray that you will make the gospel of Jesus about all else, even our nation.
• Pray that you will keep your eyes on the goal, which is Christ Jesus. Pray, you will be focused on what is important in your faith.
• Pray we will work hard and serve Highland and the Kingdom of Christ with the right motives and gospel-centered goals.