S – Therefore, I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is in you through the laying on of my hands. ⁷ For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of power,^, love, and sound judgment. 

2 Timothy 1:6–8 CSB

O – Commentary:

Spirit of fear – of cowardice…

Of power  – …Not used by our writer in the sense of working miracles, which it sometimes has in Paul. Here, the power to overcome all obstacles and to face all dangers. It is closely linked with the sense of boldness.

Of love – See on Gal. 5:22.

Of a sound mind – Not self-control, but the faculty of generating it in others or in one’s self, making them σώφρονες of sound mind.

Word Studies in the New Testament

A – Fear challenges all of us.  In our sharing our faith, it wants to keep us quiet.  But God gives us boldness, unconditional love and discipline in our mind.  Walking in these qualities allows us to pursue God’s purpose and plans without fear.  It also gives us confidence and peace to take the next step.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the creator of all things.  We invite your Holy Spirit to lead and empower us.  Help us to walk in boldness, unconditional love and a disciplined mind.  We put our confidence and faith in you.