February 27th, 2026
Friday, February 26th
For What Is True
By: Pastor Todd Crofford
Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me- a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus.
-2 Timothy 1, NLT
I remember watching the sit-com Bewitched when I was a child. Though the name sounds questionable, it really was a simple, even silly show. One character I never forgot is Larry Tate. Larry was the boss of an advertising firm that was constantly seeking to please its clients. As a result, Larry would change his opinion constantly to reflect whatever the client of the day believed. He had no deeply held beliefs and no scruples to stand for anything. His finger was to the wind, and his mind was never made up. He was so pathetic.
Paul’s second letter to Timothy is believed to be his last writing before he is martyred. I am struck by how often Paul encourages Timothy to securely hold onto the truth, especially when the heat is on. Paul insists that Timothy be the opposite of Larry Tate, holding tightly to what he knows is true. Paul has every right to challenge Timothy to this, because he knows he himself will soon die for his beliefs. Many of Paul’s friends have abandoned him when the going got tough, but Paul stood firm.
How about you? Are you willing to stand up for what you know is true, even if it costs you popularity, money, or friendships? The modern church is full of fair-weather-friends, only willing to follow the truth when it is convenient or popular. The Holy Spirit is challenging us to be like Paul and Timothy - willing to die for - and live by - the truth.
For What Is True
By: Pastor Todd Crofford
Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me- a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus.
-2 Timothy 1, NLT
I remember watching the sit-com Bewitched when I was a child. Though the name sounds questionable, it really was a simple, even silly show. One character I never forgot is Larry Tate. Larry was the boss of an advertising firm that was constantly seeking to please its clients. As a result, Larry would change his opinion constantly to reflect whatever the client of the day believed. He had no deeply held beliefs and no scruples to stand for anything. His finger was to the wind, and his mind was never made up. He was so pathetic.
Paul’s second letter to Timothy is believed to be his last writing before he is martyred. I am struck by how often Paul encourages Timothy to securely hold onto the truth, especially when the heat is on. Paul insists that Timothy be the opposite of Larry Tate, holding tightly to what he knows is true. Paul has every right to challenge Timothy to this, because he knows he himself will soon die for his beliefs. Many of Paul’s friends have abandoned him when the going got tough, but Paul stood firm.
How about you? Are you willing to stand up for what you know is true, even if it costs you popularity, money, or friendships? The modern church is full of fair-weather-friends, only willing to follow the truth when it is convenient or popular. The Holy Spirit is challenging us to be like Paul and Timothy - willing to die for - and live by - the truth.
Recent
Archive
2026
January
The Quiet Struggles Right Next to UsThank you... in advanceA New ThingA Personal GodNot a Moment of HesitationFaith, Family, and a Broken JarAll InThe SoapboxLord, Help Me See...Hidden for our GoodBorrowed KeysIncreasing CapacityDo You Feel It?Great BoldnessProlific SeedsChained, but not BoundRoadblocksI Can Do Hard ThingsNot the Easy WayThe OpportunistHoly Ground on the StairwellUrgent Work
February
United with PurposeGod Gives the GrowthWhat about me?A Guilty Mom, a Gracious God, and the Road HomeDiscipline over DesireWhat is your thorn?What does love require of me?Comparison is a ThiefTrying to be holy in a distracted worldReplacementThe Joyful MessengerTwo Wrongs Don't Make a RightBut How Does It End?Holy Intentions, Human DistractionsLive a Worthy LifePray for MeBut is it true?On this DayWords that Build a Better WorldFor What Is True
2025
January
Paralysis of AnalysisA Daily CommitmentChild Like FaithThe Battle of the MindGPSSTOP. THINK. ACT. REVIEW.Let. It. Go.Choosing the Path of MercyQuick to Listen, Slow to SpeakPeacemakersBe Careful What You Wish ForRunYour Old Self Vs. The NewOn Not Loving the WorldLove One AnotherTreasure ChestsWho Sets the Bar?Be the You God Made You to BeTread a PathSo Much Better
February
Trust and ObeyA Pivotal MomentOh to Be the Mama of JesusA Fresh StartVictory or DefeatThe Edge of the CliffAuthorityHis Personal TouchForged by FaithSabbath - Setting You FreeHave You Prayed About It?Don't Build Your House on Sandy LandThe Centurion's FaithDon't Be OffendedWe All Need ItLighthouseIt's a Family ThingWhere the Ministry isHolding on by a Thread - and That's EnoughTraveling Essentials
March
Better is One DayDivine Interruption3 QuestionsThe Childlike ApproachThe Ignored ParableLost in the WoodsGathering or Scattering?Hindering InfluenceWhen Faith Gets a Performance Review"More"Knock KnockA Clear Call to ReadinessSowing SeedsThe Narrow DoorAgainst the GrainDo You Want ItI Once Was LostThe Unjust Manager
Categories
Tags
no tags
No Comments