Fan the Flame

May 24, 2026    Pastor Reid McAteer

This sermon, drawn from Paul's second letter to Timothy, emphasizes the critical importance of actively nurturing and growing our faith rather than allowing it to diminish through neglect. Pastor Reed challenges believers to "fan the flame" of the gifts God has placed within them, particularly focusing on graduates transitioning into new seasons of life. The message stresses that spiritual growth requires intentionality—regular engagement with God's Word, consistent prayer, and meaningful fellowship with other believers. Paul's final words to Timothy from a Roman prison cell serve as a powerful reminder that the most important legacy we can leave is encouraging others to live boldly and unashamedly for Jesus Christ. The sermon calls Christians to reject passivity in their faith, warning that a flame left unattended will eventually die out, and challenges both parents and young people to prioritize eternal matters over temporal concerns.