• 10/17 – 1 Timothy 4:6-16 – What gifts and graces have I been given? How diligent am I in leading a life of devotion? Prayer starter: Come, Holy Spirit, enkindle a fire of love in me, so that I may serve not out of duty by out of desire. Teach me the meaning of true devotion; show me how I am to use my gifts.
  • 10/18 – 1 Timothy 5:1-16 – Do I view care for my relatives as an integral part of my Christian faith? Am I neglecting anyone who needs my help? Prayer starter: Father, we are your children; you call us to care for each other: Give me the grace to care as you care for me.
  • 10/19 – 1 Timothy 5:17-25 and 1 Timothy 6:1-2 – How supportive am I of my pastor? What might I do to make his job easier? Prayer starter: Thank you, Lord, for the men that you have called to roles of responsibility and service in the Church. Show me how I can help them carry out their call.
  • 10/20 – 1 Timothy 6:2-10 – Where is the treasure I am storing up? Do I need more money or more contentment with what I have? What might God be saying to me today? Prayer starter: Lord Jesus, you led a much simpler life than I lead, and you showed great concern for the poor. Give me the grace to imitate your example.
  • 10/21 – 1 Timothy 6:11-21 – What hope do these verses hold out to you? What do they ask of you? Prayer starter: Lord Jesus, give me the grace of living up to my call. Fill me with devotion and love, patience and gentleness. Guide my footsteps today in my following of you.
  • 10/22 – 2 Timothy 1 – If I knew I would die soon, whom would I write or call to make my farewells? What would I tell them about my relationship with Jesus? Prayer starter: Thank you, Lord Jesus, for giving me life and immortality. I want to live each day as one who has received great gifts from you. I want to use all you have given me in your service.
  • 10/23 – 2 Timothy 2:1-13 – “If we persevere, we shall reign with him”. Where is my perseverance now being most tested? What keeps me going when I am tempted to give up? Prayer starter: Lord Jesus, you are my hope. Your resurrection promises me resurrection; your triumph over death gives me the strength to embrace your cross. Thank you, Lord Jesus.