Paul’s Last Words (Part 2) – 2 Timothy chapter 4, verses 9 to 22
9 Do your best to come to me quickly, 10 for Demas, because he loved this world, has deserted me and has gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, and Titus to Dalmatia. 11 Only Luke is with me. … 16 At my first defence, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them. 17 But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength … 18 The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
2 Timothy 4:9-11, 16-18
Paul is Lonely in Prison
One friend had deserted him, others in far places, only Luke left. Paul is no superman – he is like us, suffering disappointment and sadness. He is lonely and needs companionship. He is cold, and needs his heavy cloak.
Paul is Not Really Alone
“But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength” … The greatest Friend.
Paul Knows a Better Day is Coming
“The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”
