1. DEAR TIM: SHAPE UP, FOR HEAVEN’S SAKE, and SET THE PACE --I Timothy 4:7-16

2. 1 Tim. 4:7-16 –The New Living Translation Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives' tales. Spend your time and energy in training yourself for spiritual fitness. [8] Physical exercise has some value, but spiritual exercise is much more important, for it promises a reward in both this life and the next. [9] This is true, and everyone should accept it. [10] We work hard and suffer much in order that people will believe the truth, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people, and particularly of those who believe.

3. 1 Tim. 4:7-16 –The New Living Translation [11] Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them. [12] Don't let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you teach, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. [13] Until I get there, focus on reading the Scriptures to the church, encouraging the believers, and teaching them.

4. 1 Tim. 4:7-16 –The New Living Translation [14] Do not neglect the spiritual gift you received through the prophecies spoken to you when the elders of the church laid their hands on you. [15] Give your complete attention to these matters. Throw yourself into your tasks so that everyone will see your progress. [16] Keep a close watch on yourself and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right, and God will save you and those who hear you.

6. Lord, help me develop spiritual muscles and conditioning. Help me focus on the inner person rather than follow the obsession the world has with physical beauty. Commitment:

7. ANNOUNCEMENTS

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9. WANT TO PROVE YOU MEAN BUSINESS, YOUNG MAN? FOCUS ON SPIRITUAL RETOOLING, GODLY SHAPING AND READINESS FOR THE ARENA: ● You Word ● Your Conduct ● Love ● Spirit ● Faith ● Purity

10. IN SHORT…GIVE SPECIAL ATTENTION TO: Your Life… How you behave, interact, conduct yourself and live day to day Your Doctrine… What you believe and teach

11. THE FITNESS TABLE “ Spend your time and energy in training yourself for spiritual fitness.” The Lord’s Supper is your ‘spiritual fitness’ meal.

12. Confession: I believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God. Jesus is my Lord and Savoir.

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14. YOU DO ALL OF THIS AND YOUR PROGRESS WILL BE EVIDENT TO ALL! People will expect you to get a good start and fizzle. An explosion of energy at the beginning can lead to early burnout. Prove your critics wrong by consistent growth, spiritual nutrition and steadfastness.

15. TO BE A LEADER YOU’LL HAVE TO OVERCOME PREJUDICES PEOPLE OFTEN HAVE ABOUT YOUNG PEOPLE.

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17. PRAYER & PRAISE

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19. Your Offering: “ Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” --Jesus

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22. Lord, help me develop spiritual muscles and conditioning. Help me focus on the inner person rather than follow the obsession the world has with physical beauty. Commitment:

23. He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone. This is the message God gave to the world at just the right time. --Paul to Timothy Go and help others know Jesus.