Gems of Knowledge

Today’s One Year Bible Verses: Jeremaih 42:1-44:23, 2 Timothy 2:1-21, Psalm 92:1-93:5, Proverbs26:3-5

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Godly Endurance

“Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them. And athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules. And hardworking farmers should be the first to enjoy the fruit of their labor.” – 2 Timothy 2:3-6

Paul gives us three raw, grounded pictures of what it means to follow Jesus:

👊 The Soldier stays focused. He doesn’t get caught in gossip or petty drama. His eyes are on his Commander, not the crowd.

🏃‍♀️ The Athlete plays by the rules. Not shortcuts. Not loopholes. Training is hard, progress is slow, but discipline leads to victory.

🌾 The Farmer toils in faith. He plants seeds no one sees, waters with tears no one applauds, and waits through seasons that feel silent—yet fruitful.

Each one reminds us: this walk isn’t casual. It’s committed.

You may not be cheered right now. You may feel overlooked or even rejected. But heaven sees. And the reward? Eternal.

So keep going. Stay focused. Stay faithful. Sow truth. Guard your tongue. Run your race with integrity. And trust that the fruit is growing—even if it’s still under the soil. 💎

Action (5 Minutes with God)

Take five quiet minutes today and ask the Holy Spirit:

1. “What do you want me to know about this today?”
   • Journal what He whispers through the Holy Spirit.
2. Then ask, “What do you want me to do?”
   • Journal what He whispers then do it!

Let Hi be your Commander and Coach to guide and direct you in all you do, knowing His plans for you are good.

Prayer

Lord, help me to endure like a soldier, train like an athlete, and labor like a farmer. Teach me to stay focused on You, undistracted by the world and unshaken by hardship. Give me strength in the waiting, discipline in the daily, and hope in the unseen. Amen.

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