Not Ashamed

Jan 13, 2026 • Lisa Deering

Paul urges Timothy and all believers not be ashamed of the gospel or in suffering for it. God has not given us a spirit of fear, but power, love, and self-discipline, enabling us to be His witnesses with confidence. Join us for session two as we dive into what it means to entrust our lives fully to God, who called us by His own mercy and grace.

Verses Used:

2 Timothy 1:7-8

1 Peter 2:20-24

2 Timothy 9-10

Ephesians 2:4-5, 8-9

2 Timothy 1:11-12

1 Peter 4:19

Discussion Questions:

*What is the "testimony of our Lord" that Paul talks about in verse 8? (See 2 Timothy 1:9-10.)

*When are you most tempted to be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord? Why are we tempted to be ashamed of the gospel?

*How does our present-day suffering compare to Paul's suffering for the sake of the gospel? (See 2 Corinthians 1:8 and 11:23-29)? What perspective does this give you about the things that we "suffer" today?

*What is the holy calling we have received in Christ upon salvation? (See 2 Timothy 1:8 and 1 Timothy 6:12)

*What does 2 Timothy 1:12 mean, and how should this verse impact us on a daily basis?

Study Guide