Paul explains that he has been faithful and strong and invites all followers of christ to also remain faithful and strong. Its paul writing to his good friend, timothy, whos currently hanging out in ephesus. In 1 timothy, paul shows timothy how to restore order and purpose to the church in. It is titled, as are the other personal letters of paul to individuals 1 timothy, titus and philemon, with the name of the addressee 1. Devout jews who became believers in the lord jesus christ 2 tim. After pauls release from his first imprisonment in rome in ad 61 or 62, and after his final missionary journey probably into spain, he was again imprisoned under emperor nero c. The letter is traditionally attributed to paul the apostle, the last one written in rome before his death c. He had learned it from his mother eunice and his grandmother lois and paul rejoices that this very same faith was evident in timothy as well. Guard and maintain the gospel 2 ti 1 fight and suffer for the gospel 2 ti 2.
The holy bible book 54 1 timothy kjv dramatized audio. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others. These are all of the chapters of the book of 1 timothy. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. This epistle is the second of two inspired letters paul the apostle wrote to his son in the faith, timothy 1. The book of second timothy is a letter from paul to timothy on how to guide the church. Book of second timothy overview insight for living ministries.
For biographical information on timothy see introduction to 1 timothy. Well spoken of by the brethren at lystra and iconium, paul desired that the young disciple travel with him and therefore had him. In this letter paul begins by warning timothy regarding false teachers. The apostle paul writes to instruct and encourage his faithful comrades timothy and titus, who are in the trenches of gospel ministry. Nov 23, 2016 watch our overview video on 1 timothy, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The first epistle of paul to timothy, usually referred to simply as first timothy and often written 1 timothy, is one of three letters in the new testament of the bible often grouped together as the pastoral epistles, along with second timothy and titus. This is the only place where we hear of philetus, and here. Both early tradition and the salutations of the pastoral letters 1,2 timothy. The pastoral epistles 12 timothy, titus summary shmoop. Timothy is probably commissioned by paul and the elders in his home church of lystra. The book of 2 nd timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and. This is the holy book of 1 timothy, known as the first epistle of paul the apostle to timothy.
Commentary on the book of 1 timothy relevant bible teaching. Titus next book of the bible 1 timothy previous 2 peter also written by an apostle. Both early tradition and the salutations of the pastoral letters 1, 2 timothy. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary lea, thomas, griffin, hayne p. Grace, mercy and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Some objections have been raised in recent years on the basis of an alleged uncharacteristic vocabulary and style see, e. Timothys official position in the church was one of an evangelist 1 timothy 4. Timothy received his name, which means one who honors god, from his mother eunice, and grandmother lois. The author is the apostle paul who wrote it approximately 67 a. I want to talk about three specific things that i think help explain what is going on.
Grace, mercy, and peace, from god the father and christ jesus our lord. The book of 2 timothy was written in approximately a. Paul is writing to timothy telling him how to handle false teachersteachers who are misrepresenting the gospel. What follows is an an organized and curated list of content. The book of 2 timothy is a personal letter from paul to timothy. I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority over a man. Book of first timothy overview insight for living ministries. This is the first of two inspired letters paul wrote to his beloved son in the faith. This summary of the book of 1 timothy provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 timothy. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a young pastor named timothy at the church in ephesus. Timothy was paul s protege, his child in the faith 1 ti 1.
The letter identifies the traits of committed christians and also offers practical and spiritual guidance to pastors and church leaders. The book of 1 st timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. Click here for an exhaustive list of content on 1 timothy. The pastoral epistles 1 2 timothy, titus summary 1 timothy. Jun 21, 2017 this article is part of the why study the book. Introduction to 1 and 2 timothy jesuswalk bible study series. The second epistle to timothy chapter one objectives in studying this chapter 1 to notice the great love that existed between paul and timothy 2 to examine the exhortations to faithful service given by paul to timothy 3 to contrast the people who abandoned paul, with a faithful friend like onesiphorus summary the apostle paul begins this. The book of 1 timothy was written by the apostle paul 1 timothy 1. Paul recognized that his earthly life was likely coming to an. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary. The key personalities are the apostle paul and timothy. Watch our overview video on 1 timothy, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of 1 timothy prescription for a healthy church. Paul wrote to timothy to encourage him in his responsibility for overseeing the work of the ephesian church and possibly the other churches in the province of asia 1 timothy 1.
There are charges that it is the work of an anonymous follower, after pauls death in the first century ad. Messiah is the mediator between god and men 1 timothy 2. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy 1 timothy 1 1paul, an apostle of christ jesus according to the commandment of god our savior, and of christ jesus, who is our hope, 2to timothy, my true child in the faith. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. The author is paul who wrote it approximately 62 a. We learn and important truth that god desires everyone to be save and to come into a knowledge of him vs. The book of 1 timothy, one of the apostle pauls three pastoral epistles, provides a unique yardstick for churches to measure their conduct.
Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of 1 timothy in the bible king james version. Nov 18, 2012 this is the holy book of 1 timothy, known as the first epistle of paul the apostle to timothy. Paul had left timothy in the city of ephesus to steer certain men away from false doctrine and provide sound leadership. Summary of 2 timothy the book of second timothy is a letter from paul to timothy on how to guide the church. The book opens with paul reflecting on timothys sincere faith. I timothy 2 reminds that we are to pray for those in authority so we can live peaceful and quiet lives. Imprisoned in rome yet again, the apostle paul felt lonely and abandoned.
Paul recognized that his earthly life was likely coming to an end soon. The first of pauls final series of letterswhich along with 2 timothy and titus are called the pastoral epistles1 timothy offers practical and pastoral advice from the aging apostle paul to a young pastor named timothy working in the church at ephesus. The book of 1st timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. A woman should learn in quietness and full submission.
Also, paul is writing so that his gospel ministry could be continued by timothy. This summary of the book of 2 timothy provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 2 timothy. Gods word for you is a series of expository guides which walk you through books of the bible verse by verse. There is a word of prophecy over him, the laying on of hands, and the impartation of a spiritual gift 1 timothy 1. Though hardship would come, paul wanted timothy to continue in those things he had learned, drawing on the rich heritage of faith that had been passed down to the young pastor, not just from paul but also from his mother and grandmother 2 timothy 1. Blackcollar the blackcollar series book 1 kindle edition by zahn, timothy. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading blackcollar the blackcollar series book 1. Timothy his name meaning honouring god was yet a young man 1 timothy 4.
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