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Dear Young Christian:
“Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12).
Timothy was a young man who had been saved and had a real desire to live for the Lord and serve Him. Paul tells him to be an example of the believers by showing Christ in every aspect of his day-to-day life. He was to be careful what he said and what he did, as well as what he didn’t do, indicated by the word, “purity.” If Timothy’s service and ministry was to be effective, he would have to live his life as a model Christian. Sad to say, many believers, both young and old, mar their testimony through failing to exhibit these beautiful qualities of Christ that are listed in this verse. If what we say does not affect and shape our own lives, how can we expect it to affect and shape the lives of others?
Live for Christ this week, “keep thyself pure” (1 Timothy 5:22), and you will be a blessing to others, as well as having the joy and peace of the Lord in your own heart.
Your Christian Friend,
Jim Hyland
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