Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st April 2026 – The Value of Children And Youth Ministry
Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st April 2026 – The Value of Children And Youth Ministry
Daily Guide Devotional For Today 21 April 2026 (Tuesday)
Welcome to Scripture Union Daily Guide Devotional today. As you read, study and meditate, may the Lord Almighty reveal His essence to you in Jesus’ Name, Amen!
Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st April 2026 – Today’s Devotional
TOPIC: THE VALUE OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY
Opening Prayer
Oh Lord, fill me with the power of the Holy Ghost as I study your word.
Bible Text
2 Timothy 1:1-18
Meditation Question
►Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
►Q7: What truth is God revealing to me in this passage?
Scripture Union Daily Guide 21st April 2026 Outline
These days we have a lot of self-professed apostles. What does 2 Timothy 1:1 teach us about true apostleship? While several of Paul’s associates misbehaved, deserted and wounded his heart (2 Timothy 1:15; cf. 2 Timothy 2:16-17), Timothy proved to be a cause for rejoicing and hope that Paul’s labour was not in vain. Paul could address him as “my dear son” (2 Timothy 1:2), whom he longs to see (2 Timothy 1:4). What was the secret of Timothy’s faithfulness (2 Timothy 1:5)?
The efforts of Timothy’s mother and grandmother in leading him to Christ from childhood, discipling and encouraging him in the ministry are worthy of emulation. All those involved in children and youth ministry should be encouraged that our seemingly insignificant efforts on the children today will be greatly rewarded soon. What other obligations do we have to raise the children as defenders of the gospel in 2 Timothy 1:3,6-8? We must pray for the children, introduce them to the Holy Spirit and invite them to join us in the gospel work.
Read 2 Timothy 1:12-14 and note the important lessons we can derive: not ashamed of suffering, trusting God’s ability to preserve us, holding the pattern of sound doctrine and involving the holy Spirit in our daily activities. See 2 Timothy 1:16-18 for another person who was of great encouragement to Paul, like Timothy. How dependable are you?
And So
Are you involved in evangelization and discipleship of children and youth? If not, decide today to get involved more intentionally.
Insight
* Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Closing Prayer
Pray for Christian ministries to youth and children, like Scripture Union, that the Lord may send more labourers to this ripe field for a timely and abundant harvest.
Prayer of Faith
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Acts 4:29-30
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