Standing Firm in Perilous Times: Lessons from 2 Timothy 3:1-5
In a world where moral decay seems to spread like wildfire, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. We see self-love glorified, truth twisted, and godliness mocked. But as believers, we’re not left without guidance. In 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Paul warns us of these very days, urging us to stand firm in our faith. His words, penned under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, are a lighthouse guiding us through the storm of a world gone astray. As Christians who hold the Bible as God’s unchanging truth, this passage speaks directly to our hearts. It calls us to recognize the signs of the times, guard our souls, and cling to the Word that equips us for every good work. Let’s explore Paul’s warning and uncover its lessons for us today. The Warning of Perilous Times Paul begins with a sobering truth: " This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come " (2 Timothy 3:1, KJV). The “last days” aren’t just a distant future—they’re the period from Christ’s first coming to His second. That...