Conquering the deception of fear
For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. 2 Tim 1:6-7 Paul writes to Timothy as a man advanced in age toward the end of his ministry and life. Timothy served for years with Paul so he was no rookie. But Paul shows genuine concern that he not lose his fire for gospel ministry. We might be tempted to infer that Timothy...