12-22-06 2 Timothy 4:2

2 Timothy 4:2 (KJ21)
Preach the Word. Be instant in season and out of season. Reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.

2 Timothy 4:2 (NAS)
Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort, with great patience and instruction.

2 Timothy 4:2 (NIVUS)
Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage— with great patience and careful instruction.

2 Timothy 4:2 (NRSV)
Proclaim the message; be persistent whether the time is favorable or unfavorable; convince, rebuke, and encourage, with the utmost patience in teaching.

2 Timothy 4:2 (Philips)
Preach the Word. Never lose your sense of urgency, in season or out of season. Reprove, correct, and encourage, using the utmost patience in your teaching.

The Lord your God has called you to be His herald. Your voice is one of authority and must be listened to and obeyed. Unashamed, you proclaim openly and publicly the living word of God. You boast of Jesus Christ, the Word of God made flesh. Nothing and no one will prevent you from preaching in His name.

Always be ready to preach when the opportunity presents itself, whether timely and acceptable or at an unseasonable time. It does not matter who you stand before--judges, kings, or just common people--always be prepared to speak what Yeshua gives you.
At times what you speak will bring conviction of sin. This rebuke, though seeming to be hard and harsh, will really bring honor to those who listen and heed what you say. When a person accepts and believes God's word, his value is raised; he becomes precious and esteemed in the sight of the Lord.

At others times God's word in your mouth will bring encouragement, consolation, and strength to those who hear. These will receive your teaching and instruction and will be comforted also. So invite and beseech all that the Lord leads across your path. Call them by name to join you in following in the steps of Yeshua.

Teach with patience and endurance. Be constant and steadfast as you share the doctrines of Christ. Take time to explain and expound the gospel. When you do, you will be rewarded not only with souls, but also with the blessing of Adonai on every aspect of your life.