Book of 1 timothy bible

Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Intro to 1 timothy biblica the international bible society. The first epistle of paul to timothy 1 timothy from the holy bible new international version niv book 54 please note we have increased the volume and the pitch of the audio for a. In the top box type the book of the bible and the chapter e. Each lesson in this study is designed to take 60 to 90 minutes to complete. The key personalities are the apostle paul and timothy. 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 headings and subheadings make up an outline of the book. The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that christ jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom i am the foremost. The letter identifies the traits of committed christians and also offers practical and spiritual guidance to pastors and church leaders. That the way they live will be perhaps the best witness to others and make the things they do teach have substance. Whoever aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task. This 25 part expository study of 1 timothy was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 1994. Grace, mercy and peace from god the father and from christ jesus our lord. These are all of the chapters of the book of 1 timothy. In this letter paul begins by warning timothy regarding false teachers. These facts about the book of 1 timothy make great bible studies by teaching the word of god. 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.

He was the son of a greek father but had a jewish mother named eunice. Book of 1 timothy 1 timothy chapter 1 1 timothy chapter 2 1 timothy chapter 3 1 timothy chapter 4 1 timothy chapter 5 1 timothy chapter 6. As the salutation indicates, paul is writing to timothy, a native of lystra in modern turkey. 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. Paul had left timothy in the city of ephesus to steer certain men away from false doctrine and provide sound leadership. 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. Christ jesus came into the world to save sinnersof whom i am the worst. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. The over all theme of the book of i timothy is found in i timothy 1. The author is paul who wrote it approximately 62 a. These guidelines are a very thorough instruction for choosing strong and godly leaders. Watch our overview video on 1 timothy, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Book of first timothy overview insight for living ministries.

The 1 timothy bible study tool is designed to teach the body of christ biblical truths about the book of 1 timothy. Grace, mercy and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. Book summary this is the first of the pastoral epistles written to young leaders in churches. Throughout the book, we see that what a church believes will directly shape how its. Timothy was pauls protege, his child in the faith 1 ti 1. Timothys father was greek, while his mother was a jewish christian. Headings throughout the following book of 1 timothy. The book of 1 timothy was written by the apostle paul 1 timothy 1. Timothy received his name, which means one who honors god, from his mother eunice, and grandmother lois. Such is probably the sense of the allusion to the prophetic words. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Messiah is the mediator between god and men 1 timothy 2. The apostle paul writes to instruct and encourage his faithful comrades timothy and titus, who are in. Who were hymenaeus and alexander, and what does it mean that their faith was shipwrecked.

Grace, mercy, and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. I and ii timothy and titus are letters written by paul to individuals rather than churches. Book of 1 timothy bible survey what are the pauline epistles. We hope this outline of 1 timothy assists you in your study of gods holy word his personal letter to you. What does it mean that women will be saved through childbearing 1 timothy 2. Paul instructs timothy on how to address these teachers and lead the church effectively. The letter, traditionally attributed to the apostle paul. This is the holy book of 1 timothy, known as the first epistle of paul the apostle to timothy. 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 is the first of two inspired letters paul wrote to his beloved son in the faith. After pauls release from his first imprisonment in rome in ad 61. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of 1 timothy in the bible king james version. David guzik commentary on 1 timothy 1 describes pauls personal experience of the gospel, and how he encourages timothy to carry on the fight.

The book of 1 st timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. First timothy bible study outlinecontents by chapter and verse. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a young pastor named timothy at the church in ephesus. The book of 2 nd timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. Timothy received his name, which means one who honors god, from his. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a young pastor named timothy. In the first of the pastoral epistles, paul wrote to timothy to encourage him in the faith, and affirming his leadership and abilities. Also, select the version and then click the search the bible button. Book of 1 timothy outline summary online bible nwt. The book of 1 timothy, one of the apostle pauls three pastoral epistles, provides a unique yardstick for churches to measure their conduct.

The bibles silence on the ultimate fate of paul has engendered a great deal of. 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. But i received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, jesus christ might display his perfect patience as an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead. The first book of timothy niv audio holy bible high. She later, however, became a jewish christian acts 16. The bible book of 1 timothy with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. In the kjv new testament, he is referenced a total of twentyeight times nine times using his wellknown name and nineteen times as timotheus. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy relevant bible teaching. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. The author is the apostle paul who wrote it approximately 67 a. He urges these young pastors the importance of godliness and holiness in life. Paul gave him guidelines for choosing leadership within the congregation to help in his ministry.