Timothys internal personal responsibility as a minister 1. Every chapter of the bible in 140 characters or less. 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. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a.
Grace, mercy, peace, from god the father and christ jesus our lord. It must be noted that timothy was there as an apostolic representative not a pastor as such. Every book of the bible outlined in section headings. He strongly reminds him of his objective which is to squelch the false teachings by those. Legalistic teachings lead people away from the true gospel. Paul and timothy had many shared experiences, and he was very familiar with the challenges timothy faced, whether in ministry or in health 1 ti 5. He strongly reminds him of his objective which is to squelch the false teachings by those who teach the law, promoting controversy instead of faith. I summarised the bible on twitter between aug 2010 and nov 20 one tweet per chapter, one chapter per day. Paul explains that the issues that have arisen in ephesus are people sinning 1 timothy 1. Early sources in church history that attribute this letter to paul include.
Timothy, one of pauls longtime companions, who joined the apostle on his second missionary journey acts 16. The author is paul who wrote it approximately 62 a. Paul recalls his love and appreciation for timothy. See introduction to i timothy for comprehensive study. Proper leadership and conduct in the household of god this is pauls basic manual for how to properly govern and conduct the ministry of the local church. Ephesus was a wealthy and highly influential port city in the roman province of asia, renowned for its temple of artemis diana. Instructions concerning the life of the local church 2. If you have your bibles, id invite you to turn with me to first timothy, chapter five. We hope this outline of 1 timothy assists you in your study of gods holy word his personal letter to you. From this epistle we also learn that his mother and grandmother had been believers in christ, who raised timothy in the scriptures 1. The headings and subheadings make up an outline of the book. The references of a personal nature also confirm this, especially when compared to other pauline epistles cf. Prayer for all sorts of men 17 one god, one mediator 5 corresponding ransom for all 6 instructions for men and women 815 dress with modesty 9, 10 3. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small group discussion, to.
The book of 1 st timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. In this letter paul begins by warning timothy regarding false teachers. Paul writes so that timothy will know how he and the church leaders and their wives are to conduct themselves in the church of the living god, the pillar and support of the truth, which is built upon jesus christ 1 timothy 3. Timothy is put in mind of the charge which was given unto him by paul at his going to macedonia. The first epistle to timothy introduction author the apostle paul, as stated in the salutation 1. Paul introduces himself to timothy, noting that timothy is in ephesus for the purpose of instructing believers the correct gospel. The over all theme of the book of i timothy is found in i timothy 1. Outline of 1 timothy we hope this outline of 1 timothy assists you in your study of gods holy word his personal letter to you. Today we are beginning a series over the next 6 weeks through the book of 1 timothy in an effort to be ever more familiar with the basics of what the bible has to say about the church.
Timothy his name meaning honouring god was yet a young man 1 timothy 4. The letter identifies the traits of committed christians and also offers practical and spiritual guidance to pastors and church leaders. 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. Paul entrusted timothy with leading the church in ephesus. Timothy received his name, which means one who honors god, from his mother eunice and grandmother. Chapter 1 1 paul, an apostle of christ jesus, according to the express command of god our savior, even christ jesus our source of confidence, 2 to timothy, a genuine student in doctrine. Bartsch, wordexplain 4 c3 the qualifications for enrolled care 5. Introduction to 1 timothy sermon by t d, 1 timothy 1. Believing slaves had a responsibility and a testimony to their unbelieving and believing masters.
The book of acts ends with paul sitting in a roman prison awaiting his hearing before the roman emperor, a privilege of appeal that all roman citizens possessed. Each runner runs a quarter mile and hands the baton to the next runner to continue the race. They are included in the body of the text so the reader can see them as he reads the book without having to page over to a separate outline. 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. He was the son of a greek father but had a jewish mother named eunice. 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. Second timothy textual sermons executable outlines. Oct 11, 20 the book of i timothy is a letter by the apostle paul to timothy, pauls true son in the faith vs. The first three have long been known as the pastoral epistles. Both early tradition and the salutations of the pastoral letters 1,2 timothy.
The book of 1 timothy, one of the apostle pauls three pastoral epistles, provides a unique yardstick for churches to measure their conduct. The book of 1 timothy was written by the apostle paul 1 timothy 1. The mile relay is the last race of a junior high, high school, and college level track meet. From this epistle we also learn that his mother and grandmother had been believers in christ, who raised timothy in the scriptures 2ti 1. Weve been working through this book of first timothy as part of a larger study of three letters often called the pastoral epistles. Paul had left timothy in the city of ephesus to steer certain men away from false doctrine and provide sound leadership. They are often times referred to as the pastoral epistles by our denominational friends.
Writing from an unknown location, paul wrote to timothy at ephesus to instruct him on how to lead the church there. By the commandment of god our savior and jesus christ our hope 1b mark a. Timothy was probably much younger than paul see also 1 timothy 4. Paul concludes by leaving timothy with two challenges. This book gives us a good look at the challenges pastors face, but more importantly, how paul instructs timothy to deal with them. Book of 1 timothy outline summary online bible nwt. However, the writing of the pastoral epistles clearly dates to a time after the events of acts. Greetings 1, 2 warning against false teachers 311 undeserved kindness shown to paul 1216 king of eternity 17 wage the fine warfare 1820 2. The letter sets forth pauls desire for timothy to continue in the work god had called timothy to do. Timothy is then reminded of those who had forsaken paul, but also how onesiphorus had proven to be a true friend and brother by virtue of his courage, diligence, and service 618. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small group discussion, to help christians in. To guide timothy as he opposed false teachers in ephesus. He charges timothy to not be ashamed of the gospel. His mother and grandmother lois had taught timothy the holy scriptures of the old testament.
Timothy was pauls protege, his child in the faith 1 ti 1. Book of first timothy overview insight for living ministries. Bartsch march, 2008 updated september, 20 published online by email contact. The key personalities are the apostle paul and timothy.
The letter, traditionally attributed to the apostle paul, consists mainly of counsels to his younger colleague and delegate timothy regarding. The three books of new testament timothy 1, timothy2 and titus are also called the pastoral epistles as they are written to young men entrusted with the role of leading or pastoring a church. This is important for us to constantly do as a group who gathers at forest dale for two reasons. We also see pauls great desire for and close bond with timothy. Paul recalls coworkers who have deserted and been faithful to him. As these letters are written to individuals, they are thus more personal and direct than pauls other letters as they are penned for some of his. Headings throughout the following book of 1 timothy. Second timothy, textual sermons from the executable outlines series by mark a. I and ii timothy and titus are letters written by paul to individuals rather than churches. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a young pastor named timothy at the church in ephesus. Title this is the first of two inspired letters paul wrote to his beloved son in the faith. The book of i timothy is a letter by the apostle paul to timothy, pauls true son in the faith vs. Prayer for all sorts of men 17 one god, one mediator 5 corresponding ransom for all 6 instructions for men and women 815 dress with modesty 9. Worship and church authority must be carefully ordered.