In 2Timothy 2 Paul refers to Timothy being a “GOOD SOLDIER” – but not just any soldier, he is to be a “GOOD SOLDIER FOR CHRIST”. The first characteristic Paul refers to in this section of the letter is suffering, “suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus”.

How does a military soldier suffer?

• Difficult training

• Separation from family

• On-service and/or on-call 24 hours a day

• Surrender of personal freedom and time

• Commitment to do, at any moment, the mission of superior officers

• Loss of sleep

• Attacks f