But You, Timothy (Christian)

Sermon: II Timothy 3:10-17

Introduction: Large river, everyone in a canoe, which way are you headed

I. These verses area a call to abiding loyalty
A. the contrast -- 2 times -- vv. 9, 14 "but you"

B. 2nd time - "but you continue"

II. Two reasons for loyalty
A. First, past history
1. Paul's life and teaching

  - especially his persecution

2. Timothy's own history

B Second, the sacred writings
1. The divine origin of Scrpiture

2. The purpose of Scripture

III. The ultimate reason for remaining loyal: God's faithfulness
A. Paul's own testimony

B. In godly living

C. In salvation

Application for today: