Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts.

Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people’s hearts, and they will learn the truth. 26Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil’s trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.

The first time I was brought before the judge, no one came with me. Everyone abandoned me. May it not be counted against them. 

Lord God my Father,

Prepare me for your task, keep my heart in the present under your authority. Give me a heart that sees only your Truth and protect me from my old self.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen