In 1 timothy, then, we deal with the nittygritty of the local church, with the emphasis that it is the character and caliber of her leaders that will determine whether the church is really a church of the lord jesus christ. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Starting strongdoing whats right in the work of ministrya study of 1. Includes teaching points, outline, applications, and lessons from his life. Eunice and lois prepared timothys heart to accept christ by teaching timothy the old testament scriptures and preparing him from infancy to recognize the messiah when he appeared 2 timothy 3. This is the first of two inspired letters paul wrote to his beloved son in the faith. If ever there was a time to set the record straight, it was then. In this 6session bible study, beth will encourage you to guard what god has entrusted to you, further his kingdom by sharing christ with others, and pour into future generations just as paul once mentored timothy. Inductive bible study on the life and character of timothy. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses.
Timothy character study inductive bible study notes. But, timothys mom and grandmother were faithful jewish women who taught the old testament scriptures to this boy they loved so much acts 16. Timothy was raised as a gentile and was spiritually adopted by the apostle paul. 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. View chuck swindoll s chart of first timothy, which divides the book into major sections and highlights themes and key verses. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy relevant bible teaching. It is the duty of these believers to conduct research on the internet for explanation.
This 25 part expository study of 1 timothy was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 1994. The holy bible book 54 1 timothy kjv dramatized audio duration. First timothy, a study guide from the executable outlines series by mark a. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see s ministry. Despite assaults from various critics over the centuries, pauls advice to timothy has stood the test of time proving itself to be an indispensable manual both for church leaders and congregations.
In this 6session bible study, beth moore challenges you to do the same. Then youll read the bible passage and use my notes to help you understand it better. These are all of the chapters of the book of 1 timothy. Study guide for 2 timothy 2 by david guzik blue letter bible. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and downloading.
Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of 1 timothy in the bible king james version. Paul advised timothy on these practical matters in a way that. Timothy character bible study background and lessons timothy character study now these things happened as examples for us, so that we would not crave evil things as they also craved. Patheos explore the worlds faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality. Catholic tradition states timothy died in ephesus when he was over 80 years old 19 catholic encyclopedia. He sent the letter to timothy, whom he had left at ephesus. The letter, traditionally attributed to the apostle paul, consists mainly of counsels to his younger colleague and delegate timothy regarding. May you have undeserved kindness and mercy and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. The apostle paul writes to instruct and encourage his faithful comrades timothy and titus, who are in the trenches of gospel ministry. The niv study bible biblica the international bible.
Timothy his name meaning honouring god was yet a young man 1 timothy 4. In a very real way, this epistle represents pauls last will and testament. I invite you to journey with me and thousands of brothers and sisters worldwide through a study of 1 and 2 timothy. All confess the authority of the bible as gods infallible word to humanity. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading 25 great bible study lessons. The book scrolls of the torah were kept in the synagogue and people mainly dependent on the reading. This summary of the book of 2 timothy provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 2 timothy. Book of second timothy overview insight for living ministries. Book 3 kindle edition by smith, calvin, smith, timothy. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. The bible study 1 timothy provides the conditions for being a worker of jesus christ. Pauls words can be difficult at times, because his teaching exposes our pride, rebellion and selfishness, yet paul is characteristically patient.
If a man is reaching out to be an overseer, a he is desirous of a fine work. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Watch our overview video on 1 timothy, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Each video session is approximately 65 minutes long. By the time paul wrote his second letter to timothy, the young pastor had been ministering to the church at ephesus for four years, and it had been almost that long since he had received his first letter from paul. Timothy received his name, which means one who honors god, from his mother eunice, and grandmother lois. As the salutation indicates, paul is writing to timothy, a native of lystra in modern turkey. He was the son of a greek father but had a jewish mother named eunice. Grace, mercy and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. Do a deep study of the word, study within a bible study group. The books of 1st and 2nd timothy and titus are usually referred to. But, timothys mom and grandmother were faithful jewish women who taught the old testament scriptures. This 6session study is great for individuals and small groups. Timothy grew up in the town of lystra as the son of a jewish woman named eunice, who was a believer, and a greek gentile father who is not mentioned by name.
Bible study lesson sheets these are lessons designed for either a class or personal study. Pauls warmth encourages me, his exhortations to his protege timothy challenge me, his example of sacrificing all for the gospel humbles me. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see bible. Timothys father was greek, while his mother was a jewish christian.
The first of pauls final series of letterswhich along with 2 timothy and titus are. He joined paul during one of pauls later missionary journeys. It may be that paul reminded timothy of a special message he presented at timothys ordination service among many witnesses. Jan 02, 2020 paul says timothy had a genuine faith, the same as that which lived in his mother and grandmother 2 timothy 1. At the time this letter was written, there were hardly any written documents. The bible is selfsufficient to admonish the believer and to point out their sin, also through bible study groups and commentaries on the internet. The bible study 2 timothy explains about being a soldier for jesus, fight against the devil, war and the gospel, lord jesus christ, holy spirit, gospel, word of god. The official website for all sermons, books, articles, and resources from timothy keller, redeemer presbyterian church, and redeemer city to city. Paul wrote 2 timothy, the last of his inspired letters, shortly before his martyrdom ca. Nov 18, 2015 what is the purpose of the book of 1st timothy. Certainly, timothy heard many bible studies from paul, and shared much time with the apostle in personal discipleship. Read bible comments, read evangelical books, books about darkness, about spiritual battles, etc. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. The niv study bible biblica the international bible society.
Timothy, the recipient of the two new testament letters bearing his name, was the son of a greek father and a jewish mother. This includes sections on appropriate conduct in worship gatherings, the qualifications of elders and deacons, and the proper order of church discipline. These small group studies of 2 timothy contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. The bibles silence on the ultimate fate of paul has engendered a great deal of. Timothys father was greek, while his mother was a jewish. In pauls final letter, he charged timothy, his beloved son in the faith, to not be ashamed to fulfill gods call on his life. Welldoing whats best in the challenges of ministrya study of 1 timothy. First and second timothy bible study 1 and 2 timothy. The bible book of 1 timothy with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. 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 questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. Timothy accompanied paul throughout the mediterranean sea area where timothy eventually became an.
First epistle to timothy read the bible online bible study tools. Read and study 1 timothy in the original language with the interlinear study bible on. This refers to demonic spirits angelic beings who have rebelled against god, who seek to deceive men and women and to entice them away from the truth. Home bible studies 2 timothy 2 timothy 1 these small group studies of 2 timothy contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, and applications. Each saturday ill email you the lesson for the week. He wrote to encourage timothy in his responsibilities for overseeing the work of the ephesian church and possibly the other churches of the province of asia. In 1 timothy, paul shows timothy how to restore order and purpose to the church in. Jun 21, 2017 this article is part of the why study the book.
Blue letter bible study tools make reading, searching and studying the bible easy and rewarding. Listen to chuck swindoll s overview of second timothy in his audio message from the classic series gods masterwork. Book of first timothy overview insight for living ministries. They have sought to clarify understanding of, develop appreciation for, and provide insight into that word. The apostle paul writes to instruct and encourage his faithful comrades timothy and titus, who are in. Because in this journey of joy and hardship, we need each other to stay the course and live a. According to the first chapter of foxes book of martyrs, he died in 97 a. 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. This summary of the book of 1 timothy provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 timothy. So the churches were strengthened in the faith, and increased in number daily. The bible study guide includes 5 personal study segments with homework to complete between 6 weeks of group sessions. Like the niv itself, the niv study bible is the work of a transdenominational team of biblical scholars more about the niv bible. Training leaders to start churches in global cities.
Paul is writing to a young pastor named timothy who paul loves like a son. With this brief background, we want to study the first letter of paul to timothy. Vernon mcgee taking the whole word to the whole world. The bible study book includes a teaching video viewer guide and personal study resources to be completed between small group meetings. In view of gods mercy, good book guides bible studies. In 2 timothy, we have the last known words to flow from the apostles pen. And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you. Paul, an apostle of jesus christ, by the commandment of god our savior.
Paul was released from his first roman imprisonment for a short period of ministry during which he wrote 1 timothy and titus. Study guide for 1 timothy 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. Intro to 1 timothy biblica the international bible society. Videos and downloadable resources available this bible study book is designed to be paired with teaching videos from beth moore.