The Irony Of The Modern Church

 


A Call to Faithful Ministry: Preach the Word!

We are living in the days Paul warned about—times when many have turned away from sound doctrine, seeking teachers who tell them what they want to hear rather than what they need to hear. Churches are no longer built on faithfulness to God’s Word but on the pursuit of wealth, fame, and large followings. The measure of success has shifted from faithfulness to popularity, from truth to entertainment, and from godliness to personal gain.

Yet, in 2 Timothy 4, Paul gives Timothy a different vision for ministry. He warns that a time will come when people will reject sound doctrine, preferring teachings that satisfy their desires rather than God's truth. Instead of enduring the truth, they will surround themselves with teachers who tell them exactly what they want to hear—soothing words that comfort them in their rebellion rather than convicting them of their need for repentance.

But Paul commands Timothy: Do not follow them! Do not compromise. Do not seek popularity. Do not dilute the message to gain approval. Instead, preach the Word—in season and out of season, whether it is welcomed or hated. Stand firm when truth is unpopular. Do not shape the Gospel to fit the world; let the world be confronted by the unchanging truth of the Gospel. Paul urges Timothy to embrace a ministry marked by:

✔️ Preaching the Bible faithfully—proclaiming the full counsel of God as revealed in all 66 books of Scripture, without adding or omission.

✔️ Being prepared in all seasons—whether people accept the message or reject it, you preach for the sake of them hearing. 
✔️ Correcting, rebuking, and encouraging—not to please men, but to guide them in truth.
✔️ Enduring hardship—knowing that the truth will always face resistance.

Paul himself lived this out. His goal was not earthly success, but faithfulness to the very end. He tells Timothy, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day.” (2 Timothy 4:7-8).

Isn’t this the goal we should all strive for?

Dear fellow laborers, true ministry is not about building a name for ourselves. It is not about drawing crowds, gaining influence, or securing material prosperity. It is about preaching Christ—faithfully, boldly, and without compromise. Let us remain steadfast. Let us stand on the truth, whether it is praised or despised. Let us press forward, knowing that our reward is not in this world, but in Christ’s eternal kingdom.

Preach the Word. Finish the race. Keep the faith.

~ Kenneth

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