2 Timothy 1:1-5: Grace, Mercy, and Peace (Guest Preacher - Chad Hood)

April 19, 2026Guest Preacher: Chad Hood is the Executive Director of The Trellis Group and author of Go Disciple. He focuses on discipleship rooted in Luke 9:23 - denying yourself, taking up your cross daily, and following Jesus. He is a personal friend and mentor to Pastor Lyle LaFountain.In 1796, William Wilberforce walked out of the House of Commons completely defeated. The bill to abolish the slave trade had just failed by four votes - because several of his key supporters had gone to the opera.He was ready to quit.Then he received a letter from his mentor, John Newton - the former slave trader who wrote Amazing Grace. One letter. At the right moment. From the right person.Wilberforce stayed. Eleven years later, the bill passed. And on his deathbed, he saw the full emancipation of slaves throughout the United Kingdom.That's exactly what's happening in 2 Timothy chapter 1. Timothy is discouraged, disillusioned, and afraid. And at just the right moment, he receives a letter from the man who discipled him.In this message, guest preacher Chad Hood opens 2 Timothy 1:1-5 and unpacks the first words Paul writes to his discouraged young pastor: Grace. Mercy. Peace.Three words. Past, present, and future. And all of them are available to you right now.KEY POINTS:• Paul - called by God's will, not his own ambition• Grace - God moving toward you (the past)• Mercy - God meeting you in your weakness (the present)• Peace - God settling your soul through his presence (the future)• Serving and worshiping are the same thing• The power of praying for someone by name, night and day• Sincere faith - passed through generations, now dwelling in youKEY VERSE:"Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord." - 2 Timothy 1:2REFLECTION QUESTIONS:- When you look back at your life, where can you see God's hand guiding you to this moment?- Which of the three - grace, mercy, or peace - do you most need right now?- Is there someone God is calling you to pray for by name, consistently?- Who in your life needs to receive a "good word at the right moment" from you?- Are you looking for life in the right place?CONNECT WITH US:First Baptist Church of Oak Islandfbcoi.org