Wednesday Night Devotional - Jared McCormick - June 17th
Teachers
Lesson Summary
During the June 17 Wednesday night devotional, the teacher explored how 1 Timothy chapter 4 verses 12‑15 call believers, especially young ones, to be exemplary in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. He highlighted the passage’s practical directives: public reading of Scripture, preaching, teaching, and diligent watchfulness over one’s life and doctrine, emphasizing that these habits save both the speaker and the listeners. The lesson was linked to 1 John 2:28, which promises confidence and lack of shame before Christ for those who continue in Him. The speaker used the metaphor of caring for a pot of flowers to illustrate spiritual growth, describing daily “watering” (e.g., a verse a day) and “fertilizing” (deep prayer and study) as essential nutrients. He also referenced Jesus’ offering of living water in John 4 as the source that sustains this growth. The overarching message encouraged the congregation to be diligent in spiritual disciplines, trusting that such devotion will allow them to stand before the returning Lord unashamed, while also influencing others positively. The devotional concluded with a passionate prayer for the local Linder Road Church family and believers worldwide, asking God to help each person nurture their relationship with Him, remain diligent, and continue growing in faith.
Key Scriptures
And now, dear children, continue in him, so that when he appears, we may be confident and unashamed before him at his coming.