Week 51 Reading Guide
Faith That Endures
1-2 Timothy, Philemon, Hebrews, James
Big Idea: This week’s readings focus on living a faith that perseveres amid challenges. Paul’s pastoral letters encourage church leaders to guard the gospel and nurture healthy communities. Hebrews calls us to hold fast to Christ as our great High Priest, and James challenges believers to live out their faith through works, wisdom, and steadfastness. Together, these letters inspire endurance, maturity, and authentic Christian living.
Reading Plan
Monday: 1 Tim. 1–6 (Instructions for Leaders; Sound Teaching; Godliness in Daily Life)
Tuesday: 2 Tim. 1–4 (Faithful Ministry; Perseverance to the End)
Wednesday: Titus 1-3; Philemon (Church Order; Mercy and Forgiveness)
Thursday: Heb. 1-6 (Christ’s Supremacy; Warning Against Falling Away)
Friday: Heb. 7-13 (Jesus the Great High Priest; Call to Endurance and Faith)
Saturday: James 1–5 (Faith in Action; Wisdom; Patience and Prayer)
Weekly DNA Questions
Discover
How does Hebrews explain Jesus’ role as our High Priest and perfect sacrifice?
What practical advice does James give for living out genuine faith?
Nurture
What practical advice does James give for living out genuine faith?
How can you apply James’ teaching about faith and works in your life?
Act
Identify one habit or attitude that strengthens your endurance in faith and commit to it this week.
Encourage someone who is struggling by sharing a passage or story of hope from these letters.
Key Verse: Hebrews 12:1-2
Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross...
Reflection for the Week
These letters call us to a faith marked by endurance, wisdom, and active love. Paul’s pastoral guidance reminds us that leadership and sound doctrine matter deeply. Hebrews points us to Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice and encourages unwavering trust. James challenges empty profession of faith by urging us to demonstrate belief through deeds. As we journey through these scriptures, we are invited to mature in faith and reflect Christ’s character in every aspect of our lives.
