NEGLECT

"Do not neglect the spiritual gift within you....."1 Timothy 4:14 AMP

I believe Paul hit the nail on the head when he cautioned Timothy about neglecting the gift that he had. It has been said that a house that is neglected will fall in upon itself. When you look around, there are so many things that has been left unattended to. Think of people you know that were talented in certain areas, but have lost that talent. The reason for this is simple...Neglect. 

Neglect is a dangerous thing, this is why Paul instructed Timothy not to neglect his God given gift. Neglect means to disregard, inattention or unconcerned, to fail to carry out an expected or required action through carelessness or by intention. When we neglect Bible study, we neglect God’s command to “study” His Word (2 Timothy 2:15) and as a result we will forget what we have learned; that is, "what you neglect, you will lose”. 

God’s Word forbids Negligence and if you neglect the gift that is in you, you can lose the capacity to exercise that gift. Don't neglect your responsibilities at home, your job place and especially the house of God. When you faithfully in obedience carry out your duties in church, promotion is guaranteed. 

Further Scripture Study: Jeremiah 18:15; Jeremiah 13:24; 2 Thess. 1:7-9 

Declare This: Dear Father, whatever it is I've neglected knowingly or unknowingly; I ask You to forgive me. From this day, I make a turn around and ensure I do all I have to do in Jesus name Amen.