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1 Timothy

Church Leadership

The First Epistle to Timothy, also known as the First Letter to Timothy, is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written letter from the apostle Paul to Timothy, a Christian leader and evangelist. The First Letter to Timothy covers a wide range of subjects, including the nature of Christian faith and the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. The letter also includes a number of teachings about Christian ethics and the importance of living according to the Spirit. Key figures in the First Letter to Timothy include the apostle Paul, as well as Timothy, who is the recipient of the letter. The letter also mentions various other individuals, such as the elders and deacons of the church, who are the subjects of the apostle's teachings and exhortations. The letter also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

Commentary

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The First Epistle to Timothy, also known as the First Letter to Timothy, is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written letter from the apostle Paul to Timothy, a Christian leader and evangelist. The First Letter to Timothy covers a wide range of subjects, including the nature of Christian faith and the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. The letter also includes a number of teachings about Christian ethics and the importance of living according to the Spirit. Key figures in the First Letter to Timothy include the apostle Paul, as well as Timothy, who is the recipient of the letter. The letter also mentions various other individuals, such as the elders and deacons of the church, who are the subjects of the apostle's teachings and exhortations. The letter also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

Biblical figures

Key figures in 1 Timothy

GodG

God

Supreme Being

JesusJ

Jesus

Prophet

PaulP

Paul

Apostle

EveE

Eve

Mother of all humankind

AdamA

Adam

Father of all humankind

T

Timothy

Disciple

AlexanderA

Alexander

King

Chapters

Greeting and Purpose

Greeting and Purpose

1 Timothy 1

Paul greets Timothy and writes to instruct him on how to conduct himself as a leader in the church. He urges Timothy to hold on to the teachings he has learned and to fight against false teachings.

Prayers and Instruction for Men and Women

Prayers and Instruction for Men and Women

1 Timothy 2

Paul instructs Timothy on prayer and on how men and women should conduct themselves in the church. He teaches that men should pray with reverence, women should dress modestly, and both should exercise self-control.

Qualifications for Elders and Deacons

Qualifications for Elders and Deacons

1 Timothy 3

Paul lays out the qualifications for elders and deacons in the church. He emphasizes the importance of character, reputation, and family life for these leaders.

The Spirit and False Teaching

The Spirit and False Teaching

1 Timothy 4

Paul warns Timothy about false teachings that have infiltrated the church and instructs him on how to combat them. He teaches that the Spirit-filled life is one of self-discipline and devotion to God.

Instructions for Widows, Elders, and Slaves

Instructions for Widows, Elders, and Slaves

1 Timothy 5

Paul instructs Timothy on how to care for widows, how to select elders, and how slaves should relate to their masters. He emphasizes that the church should provide for widows who are truly in need, but not those who are younger or who have family members who can support them.

Money, Contentment, and Christ

Money, Contentment, and Christ

1 Timothy 6

Paul exhorts Timothy to instruct the wealthy in the church to be content, to not trust in their wealth, and to put their hope in God. He also reminds Timothy of the superiority of Christ and the gospel.