Author Archives: Kim Jaggers

Nothing to FEAR

Take a slow read of these words the Apostle Paul penned so very long ago. May we take them to heart in this day. May we not live in fear, but be warned and so very careful about who we allow to speak into our lives – “If anyoneteaches otherwiseand does not consentto wholesome words,evenContinue reading “Nothing to FEAR”

Ever had trouble with another person?

Having trouble with a fellow believer? No… surely not! The thing is, it’s pretty common. But the truth is, we are called to serve others and respect them. Always. When Paul wrote his letter to Timothy, Christians owned other Christians (can you imagine?) Yet Paul encouraged them, that if they were a slave to aContinue reading “Ever had trouble with another person?”

REAL change and our role

When Paul wrote his letter to Timothy, there were estimated to be 60 million slaves in the Roman Empire. Slavery was sanctioned by the culture and the government. I find it curious, and convicting, that in the face of this injustice, Paul gives instructions for slaves to honor their masters so that the name ofContinue reading “REAL change and our role”

He sees. So let’s rest. But how?

God sees.He knows.There’s rest to be had in this truth. But how? Paul tells Timothy, “ Some men’s sins are clearly evident, preceding them to judgment, but those of some men follow later. Likewise, the good works of some are clearly evident, and those that are otherwise cannot be hidden”.(1 Tim 5:24-25) Here’s the deal…Continue reading “He sees. So let’s rest. But how?”

Drinking and Dancing…well sorta

Drinking and dancing. Now, those topics could “open a can of worms” as we like to say here in the south. And here,in the south,in the Bible Belt,…we’ve known since we’ve known much of anything, that Baptists don’t drink and some won’t even dance. Well, not in public anyways! But THE APOSTLE Paul says, “NoContinue reading “Drinking and Dancing…well sorta”

Guide to Study the Word

Someone asked me how I study the Word, so let me share below a few things I’ve found helpful: Plan a time to read. For me, it has to be early morning—I quickly get distracted if I don’t get up and spend time in the Word before anything else. I’ve prayed over the years forContinue reading “Guide to Study the Word”

Too big for our spiritual britches?

Do not share in other people’s sins and keep yourself pure (1 Tim 5:20) The Apostle Paul knew there could be no peace, and no healthy church, where sin was allowed to go unchecked. As we look around us, and even inside our churches, we see sin going unchecked. Paul had seen this too.Especially inContinue reading “Too big for our spiritual britches?”

Hold on!

As I pick up my Bible again to I Timothy, here’s Timothy, he’s Paul’s prodigy. He’s wise beyond his years and well studied in the Scriptures. He is trusted with evangelizing and teaching in the early churches in Corinth and Thessalonica. Yet, Paul feels the need to warn Timothy with strong words, “I charge youContinue reading “Hold on!”

A little confession

In First Timothy, Paul talks about benevolence. First, he makes it clear that a man is to provide for his own family. He is to work. (1 Tim 5:8) And your first thought might be, like I confess mine was— “they” need to reform those welfare programs. But hang on. Paul is getting into theContinue reading “A little confession”

Does your heart need a reset to hope this Monday morning?

The Apostle Paul is writing to Timothy about how the church should conduct itself, but his words in 5:6 cause me to pause. “But she who lives in pleasure is dead while she lives.” (1 Tim 5:6) She who lives for herself and her own pleasure is dead. Dead.Empty.Never satisfied. Living for ourselves, will neverContinue reading “Does your heart need a reset to hope this Monday morning?”

This has NOT changed.

Yesterday, the words of Hebrews 10:39 kept coming to me-“But we are not of those who draw back to perdition, but of those who believe to the saving of the soul.” We, who have faith, are not of those who shrink back. We are not of those who draw back. We are those who believe.AndContinue reading “This has NOT changed.”

Is God shaking us?

There’s part of me that wants the vote to go the way of conservatives, and values, and religious freedom. But there’s also a part of me (admittedly kind of shaking in her boots), that wants the Lord to do whatever it takes to help us love Him first. And maybe that includes shaking us toContinue reading “Is God shaking us?”

Those OTHER people

Dealing with people has always been hard. In fact, someone I know, jokes that “ministry would be great if it didn’t involve people.” Except, if we’ve lived anywhere, except maybe in a bubble, we know this isn’t entirely a joke! Paul gets into the nitty gritty of dealing with people in the church. He wantsContinue reading “Those OTHER people”

I see the effect of those who do this, don’t you?

The Apostle Paul said, “Meditate on these things, give yourself entirely to them, that your progress may be evident to all.” (I Tim 4:15) Slow down.Sit still.Clear your mind. Give yourself ENTIRELY to thinking about the things of God. Well, I’ll just check my phone first. I probably should throw in a load of laundry.Continue reading “I see the effect of those who do this, don’t you?”

We don’t usually mention this.

It’s not typically mentioned when we talk about the gospel. If we trust the Living God, we will labor and suffer reproach. (1 Tim 4:10) I don’t like reading those words, much less living them. But the truth is, the call to follow Christ is a call to die. (Matt 16:24-26) It is not aContinue reading “We don’t usually mention this.”

Is their eye off the prize?

I breezed right past the verse and started reading ahead. But then. I just felt the urge to back up, to slow down, to linger longer. I think the Lord wanted me to pay attention. And the truth is, these words are both terrifying and relevant—“some will depart the faith and give heed to deceivingContinue reading “Is their eye off the prize?”

Hold on. Do you know who you are?

Do you know who you are? I’m not talking about some enneagram number or other test to help you discover yourself. No, this is powerful.This is supernatural.And it’s TRUE. If Jesus is your Savior, YOU are the church of the LIVING GOD, the pillar and ground of the truth. (1 Tim 3:15) As the churchContinue reading “Hold on. Do you know who you are?”

This Work leads to Hope

The Apostle Paul is practical. Straightforward. He doesn’t mince words. In his letter to Timothy, he gives detailed qualifications for church leaders. For the church to be healthy, it’s leaders need to live lives marked by high standards. Truly, we all do. These traits are not talents, giftedness or what you’d likely see on aContinue reading “This Work leads to Hope”