Sunday School Lesson October 30, 2022
Subject: Study God’s Word
The Point: Regular study of God’s Word keeps us firmly grounded.
The Passages: 2 Timothy 2:14-19, 22-26
Study The Bible: 2 Timothy 2:14-15
1). Be diligent in studying God’s Word.
- Remind them of these things, and charge them before God not to fight about words. This is useless and leads to the ruin of those who listen.
- Be diligent to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who doesn’t need to be ashamed, correctly teaching the word of truth.
Lasting truths from: 2 Timothy 2:14-15
* Arguing about obscure biblical thoughts is useless and does more harm than good.
* Students of the Word should work hard to interpret Scripture accurately.
* The goal of the student of Scripture is to please the Lord.
2). Faithful study of God’s Word keeps us grounded in the truth.
2 Timothy 2:16-19
- Avoid irreverent and empty speech, since those who engage in it will produce even more godlessness,
- and their teaching will spread like gangrene. Hymenaeus and Philetus are among them.
- They have departed from the truth, saying that the resurrection has already taken place, and are ruining the faith of some.
- Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm, bearing this inscription: The Lord knows those who are his, and let everyone who calls on the name of the Lord turn away from wickedness.
Lasting truths from: 2 Timothy 2:16-19
* Christians should remain anchored to God’s Word to keep from drifting.
* Those who embrace the truth of God’s Word should turn away from wickedness.
* False teaching spreads like gangrene when it is not checked by the Word of God.
3). Obeying and sharing what we learn from God’s Word benefits God’s kingdom.
2 Timothy 2:22-26
- Flee from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.
- But reject foolish and ignorant disputes, because you know that they breed quarrels.
- The Lord’s servant must not quarrel, but must be gentle to everyone, able to teach, and patient,
- instructing his opponents with gentleness. Perhaps God will grant them repentance leading them to the knowledge of the truth.
- Then they may come to their senses and escape the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will.
Lasting truth from: 2 Timothy 2:22-26
* Christians need to run from ungodly pursuits and run to godly character.
* Christians should be kind and patient, teaching others God’s truth.
* Repentance from sin opens one’s eyes to the truth and sets the will free to serve God.
Live It Out
As you reflect on this session, respond to the following questions:
- What is the difference between reading God’s Word and studying it?
- What are some of the benefits of studying God’s Word systematically? Discuss.
- What are some of the tools that you use to help you study God’s Word?
Closing Prayer:
“Dear God, I know I am a sinner. I believe Jesus died on the cross to forgive me of my sins and rose from the dead to give me new life. I’m sorry for all the wrong I’ve done and ask You to forgive me. I now accept Your gift of eternal life. Thank You for Your love, forgiveness, and a new life in Jesus Christ. From this day forward, I choose to follow You. In Jesus’ name Amen.”