Studies in 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon
The posts listed here are studies in the pastoral letters of 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, and Philemon.
- 1 Timothy - Studies from Paul's first letter to Timothy
- Combating the Teaching of False Doctrine – 1 Timothy 1:3-4 - February 24, 2021 - Paul warns Timothy to not allow the teaching of false doctrines. These cause controversy, rather than building up the body of Christ.
- The Importance of Sound Doctrine – 1 Timothy 1:5 - September 10, 2018 - Guard against teachers who promote false doctrines. Never forget the importance of sound doctrine in promoting love and unity.
- I Thank Christ Jesus My Lord – 1 Timothy 1:12-14 - July 17, 2022 - I give thanks to Christ Jesus for all that he has done in my life. He has richly blessed me beyond any reasonable expectation.
- Faith and a Good Conscience – 1 Timothy 1:19 - April 2, 2018 - As a believer, how important is it to hold onto faith and a good conscience? According to Paul, it is absolutely vital. Hold tightly to…
- God Wants All To Be Saved – 1 Timothy 2:3-6 - April 4, 2018 - God wants all people to be saved. And Christ's atoning sacrifice was for all people. But he will not force salvation on anyone. Only those…
- Basic Expectations for All Believers – 1 Timothy 3:2-3 - September 12, 2018 - Is it only pastors whose expectations are to be above reproach, faithful in their marriage and self-controlled? Or should that be true of all believers?
- A Good Reputation with Unbelievers – 1 Timothy 3:7 - April 5, 2018 - Do you have a good reputation among unbelievers? Or is the cause of Christ brought into disrepute because of your life and actions?
- The Deep Truths of the Faith – 1 Timothy 3:9 - August 29, 2018 - Holding to the deep truths of the faith is a stated qualification for being a deacon. It really should also be a goal for all…
- Training in Godliness – 1 Timothy 4:7-8 - September 17, 2018 - Paul advised Timothy to avoid things in this life that distract, and to focus on training in godliness. Training with value for eternity.
- Showing Visible Progress in the Faith – 1 Timothy 4:12-16 - December 27, 2013 - Am I growing in my faith? Do others see any growth in me? Should I not be demonstrating visible progress in the growth of my…
- Set an Example – 1 Timothy 4:12 - April 6, 2018 - Do you set a good example of the Christian lifestyle to the believers around you? Strive to make your life one that others could safely…
- Don’t Neglect Your Gift – 1 Timothy 4:14 - March 30, 2020 - How has God gifted you to serve within the church? However he has, don't neglect your gift and so hurt the body, as well as…
- Watch Your Life and Doctrine Closely – 1 Timothy 4:16 - March 16, 2020 - All believers, not just preachers and teachers, need to watch our lives and doctrine closely. Both for ourselves and those we influence.
- Entertaining an Accusation – 1 Timothy 5:19-20 - September 20, 2018 - As members, or leaders, in a local church, how should we respond to an accusation of sin on the part of our leadership?
- Character in Leadership – 1 Timothy 5:22 - April 7, 2018 - How do we select our leaders, especially within the church? Based on their character in leadership? Or how appealing they sound to us?
- Avoid Quarreling About Words – 1 Timothy 6:3-5 - October 3, 2022 - It is inevitable that we will disagree at times over what the Bible teaches. But we need to avoid quarreling about words and their meaning.
- Flee Ungodliness; Pursue Righteousness- 1 Timothy 6:11 - April 9, 2018 - As a 'man of God,' I need to flee ungodliness in all its forms. Instead, I should pursue righteousness, godliness, and other godly virtues.
- The Good Fight of the Faith – 1 Timothy 6:12 - September 24, 2018 - Paul calls on us to live a much more active life for Christ than we commonly do. Lace-up the gloves and fight the good fight…
- Saved & Called to a Holy Life by God’s Grace – 2 Timothy 1:9 - October 18, 2021 - God saved us, and called us to live a holy life. And it is by his grace and purpose. The call to holiness is a…
- 2 Timothy - Studies from Paul's second letter to Timothy
- The Spirit of Power, Love and Self-discipline – 2 Timothy 1:7 - April 10, 2018 - This verse is meaningful to those of us who are timid. God has given us his Spirit, the Spirit of power, love and self-discipline.
- What I have Entrusted to Christ- 2 Timothy 1:12 - September 26, 2018 - In what do you trust? Much of what we might trust in will fail. Only what is entrusted into God's hands is secure. Trust him…
- The Pattern of Sound Teaching – 2 Timothy 1:13 - November 27, 2022 - As believers, we need to hold firmly to the pattern of sound teaching that is based solidly on the Scripture. This will keep us from…
- Passing On Our Faith To the Next Generation – 2 Timothy 2:2 - March 23, 2020 - As Paul encouraged Timothy to instruct the next generation of teachers, so we should be conscious of passing on our faith to others.
- Quarreling About Words – 2 Timothy 2:14 - March 9, 2020 - Quarreling about words seems to be a favorite pastime for some. But Paul warns us against it. It accomplishes little other than division.
- An Approved and Unashamed Worker – 2 Timothy 2:15 - April 11, 2018 - I need to seek to faithfully serve God in such a way that, when I stand before him at the end of this life, I…
- Useful to the Master – 2 Timothy 2:20-21 - October 10, 2018 - Do you want to be useful to the Master; to God who has redeemed you? Then you need to do a dump run, getting rid…
- Pursue Righteousness, Faith, Love, and Peace – 2 Tim. 2:22 - July 27, 2022 - Whether you are young or old, a new believer or old saint, Paul's word are just as applicable. Pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace.
- Avoid Foolish and Stupid Arguments – 2 Timothy 2:23-24 - July 28, 2022 - Be careful about getting caught up in foolish and stupid arguments that produce quarrels. Instead, be kind and respectful in your discussions
- Having a Form of Godliness – 2 Timothy 3:1-5 - April 12, 2018 - Don't be a Sunday Christian, having a form of godliness on Sunday morning, and then being like the world the rest of the week.
- The Promise of Suffering – 2 Timothy 3:12 - September 16, 2019 - Persecution is the common experience of all who would live godly lives in Christ. Don't be discouraged by this. Rejoice in your suffering.
- Scripture: Inspired by God to Train and Equip – 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - April 13, 2018 - The Scripture is given to us by God to train us in the Christian life and to equip us for service in the kingdom. It's…
- Hold on to Sound Doctrine – 2 Timothy 4:3 - May 20, 2021 - Hold on to sound doctrine. Don't fall into the trap of believing what is most appealing. Hold firmly to the truth of Scripture.
- Discharge the Duties of Your Ministry – 2 Timothy 4:5 - March 17, 2021 - Paul's charge to Timothy included discharging the duties of his ministry. This speaks to me as well. Do all that the Lord has given me…
- Finishing With No Regrets – 2 Timothy 4:7 - April 16, 2018 - Will you stand before the Lord with no regrets, having fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith?
- The Crown of Righteousness – 2 Timothy 4:8 - July 31, 2022 - As Paul approached the end of a faithful and fruitful life, he expressed confidence that a crown of righteousness awaited him.
- Demas: He Loved This World – 2 Timothy 4:10 - October 5, 2020 - The story of Demas is a sad one. A traveling companion of Paul who, in the end, turned his back on Paul. Why? Because he…
- Rescued from Every Evil Attack – 2 Timothy 4:18 - December 29, 2021 - Rather than be overly concerned about the hardships of your physical life, trust the Lord to safely rescue you from every evil attack.
- Titus - Studies from Paul's letter to Titus
- Hold Firmly to Sound Doctrine – Titus 1:9 - August 1, 2022 - It is important for all believers to hold firmly to sound doctrine. It will keep us from error and will enable us to pass our…
- By Their Actions, They Deny Him – Titus 1:16 - April 17, 2018 - Can the world around me recognize the truth of my relationship with Christ by the life I live? Or by my actions and words do…
- Demonstrating Integrity in Action and Teaching – Titus 2:7-8 - September 28, 2020 - Pauls instruction here to Titus is applicable to all believers. Be an example. Show integrity in your actions as well as in your teaching.
- Salvation Offered to All People – Titus 2:11 - August 2, 2022 - God's grace offers salvation to all people. None of us are worthy of his salvation. But he graciously offers it to all.
- Say No to Ungodliness – Titus 2:12 - April 18, 2018 - Dare to be different, to say no to the ungodliness that is so rampant in our society. Instead, live an upright and godly life.
- Instructions for Relating to People – Titus 3:1 - April 19, 2018 - Rules for life! Paul gives us in this short passage some instructions for relating to various groups that we come into contact with.
- Because of His Mercy – Titus 3:3-5 - May 5, 2014 - God did not call me because I was anyway worthy of it. I was far from worthy. He saved me because of his great mercy…
- Saved, Because of His Mercy – Titus 3:4-5a - May 13, 2021 - God will save us, not because of anything we do, but because of his mercy. He will save all who call to him with faith…
- The Working of the Triune God – Titus 3:5-7 - August 3, 2022 - Each person of the triune God works in our salvation. The Father sends the Son to save. And he send the Spirit to wash and…
- Philemon - Studies from Paul's letter to Philemon
- The Church that Meets in Your Home – Philemon 1:2 - April 20, 2018 - The church is wherever believers are. It is good to gather together in our homes and be united in heart, mind, and spirit.
