Sunday, October 27, 2013

What are you pursuing?

Scripture
But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. (1 Timothy 6:11 KJV)
But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. (1 Timothy 6:11 NIV)
Observation
Follow- to go in pursuit of: to follow a person. To pursue 
1. Righteousness- characterized by uprightness or morality: a righteous observance of the law.
morally right or justifiable: righteous indignation.
acting in an upright, moral way; virtuous: a righteous and godly person.
2.Godliness- to live a Godly life.
conforming to the laws and wishes of God; devout; pious.
3.Faith- confidence or trust in a person or thing: faith in another's ability.
4. Love- a profoundly tender, passionate affection for another person.
a feeling of warm personal attachment or deep affection, as for a parent, child, or friend.
5. Patience, endurance, perseverance, steadfastness, 
Perseverance- steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, a state, etc., especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.
Endurance- the ability or strength to continue or last, especially despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions; stamina: He has amazing physical endurance.
Patience- the quality of being patient, as the bearing of provocation, annoyance, misfortune, or pain, without complaint, loss of temper, irritation, or the like.
Steadfastness- fixed in direction; steadily directed: a steadfast gaze.
firm in purpose, resolution, faith, attachment, etc., as a person: a steadfast friend.
unwavering, as resolution, faith, adherence, etc.
firmly established, as an institution or a state of affairs.
firmly fixed in place or position.
6. Gentleness, meekness 
Gentleness- kindly; amiable: a gentle manner.
not severe, rough, or violent; mild: a gentle wind; a gentle tap on the shoulder.
Meekness- humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others.
Application
I am to pursue a morally just life.
I am to pursue to live a Godly life
I am to pursue confidence and trust in Jesus.
I am to pursue a profoundly tender, passionate affection for God and people
I am to pursue a persistence in difficult circumstances
I am to pursue not being rude or harsh when provoked.
Prayer
Holy Spirit, you must form this I'm me because it is beyond what I am capable of.

No comments: