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NASB | 2 Timothy 1:3 ¶ I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience the way my forefathers did, as I constantly remember you in my prayers night and day, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 2 Timothy 1:3 ¶ I thank God, whom I worship and serve with a clear conscience the way my forefathers did, as I constantly remember you in my prayers night and day, |
Bible Question: How does a minister keep a clear conscience and why is it important; especially when we see the lists at lst Timothy 3:2 or 2nd Timothy 2:24. |
Bible Answer: We are all ministers to this world of the Truth that has apprehended us! After reading 1 Timothy 3:2 and 2 Timothy 2:24, we see that it is commanded that a minister, or leader, should keep a clear conscience and live 'about reproach'. This person is the leader, or shepherd, of the congregation, and they must have a clear conscience within themselves to remain effective through an example of holiness within their calling. It is very important that our ministers or leaders live a life of holiness, since they are God's chosen servants that are being used by Him to strengthen His church on a regular basis. God is working through them to reach His 'flock', and God must be working through 'clear reception' (that is, through a servant who has a clear conscience) so that His message can get through without any distractions or static. If a minister or leader does not have a clear conscience, then there are some issues in the life of that leader that need to be dealt with before he takes on the responsibilities of shepherding a flock. No one is perfect, but repentance and forgiveness wipes the slate clean every time. How does a minister keep a clear conscience? How does anyone keep a clear conscience for that matter? The sins that we commit are the sins that are common to any man, regardless of your esteemed position in the church. Therefore, one can learn and seek after the attributes mentioned in Galations 5:16-26, which include the fruits of the spirit. Also, we must reference Ephesians 6:10-20, where we are told to 'put on the full armor of God'. By living for these attributes, we can strive for a life of holiness and blamelessness. This goes for ministers, too. |
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