Why Reading and Believing the Warnings Helps Us Make Sense of Today
Have you ever wondered why the world sometimes feels upside down? Why so many people seem to only care about themselves, chase after money, brag, or show disrespect—even to their own parents? If we take a moment to really read and believe what’s written in the Bible, especially in passages like 2 Timothy 3:2, we might find a lot of answers about the times we’re living in.
What Does 2 Timothy 3:2 Say?
2 Timothy 3:2 lists a bunch of attitudes and actions that will be common in the “last days.” According to this verse, people will love themselves and money more than anything else. They’ll be proud, boastful, rude, disrespectful to their parents, ungrateful, and unholy. In simple terms, Paul (the writer) is describing a world where people put themselves first and forget about what’s right or good.
Why Does This Matter?
The message isn’t just a list of bad behaviors. It’s a warning. Paul wants Timothy—and by extension all of us—to understand that these signs point to tough times, both inside and outside the church. It’s not just about what happens “out there”; it’s about what happens when people lose sight of what’s truly important: loving God and loving others.
How Does This Help Us Understand Today?
If we look around, we can see a lot of what Paul described: selfishness, greed, pride, and a lack of gratitude. When people focus only on what they want, it creates tension, broken relationships, and even danger. Families struggle when children ignore or disrespect their parents. Communities fracture when people care more about themselves than about helping others.
Seeing these signs doesn’t mean we should give up hope. Instead, reading and believing these warnings can help us step back and take stock. The Bible isn’t just describing the problems; it’s also giving us a call to action—not to join in, but to hold fast to the truth, to kindness, and to genuine faith.
What About Spirituality?
The passage also warns about people who “have a form of godliness but deny its power.” In plain language, that means there will be folks who pretend to be good or religious, but their actions show otherwise. It’s not enough to look or sound spiritual; what matters is whether we’re living out what we believe.
So, What Should We Do?
Paul’s advice is simple: don’t be like that! Don’t get caught up in selfishness or chasing after things that don’t really matter. Instead, keep following the good teachings you’ve learned. Be grateful, humble, and respectful. Show love to God and to others, not just in words but in the way you live.
Final Thoughts
The Bible makes it clear: tough times have always been part of history, and they show up in the way people act when they forget about God. But if we really take the time to read and believe what’s been revealed for our benefit, we’ll be able to see what’s happening around us with clearer eyes. We’ll understand that these signs are nothing new—and we’ll be better equipped to live differently, no matter what the world looks like.
In short, the more we let these truths sink in, the stronger we’ll be, and the more hope and light we can bring to those around us.
Minister A Francine Green
September 2025
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