Combating the Teaching of False Doctrine – 1 Timothy 1:3-4
Paul warns Timothy to not allow the teaching of false doctrines. These cause controversy, rather than building up the body of Christ.
Encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)
This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of 1 Timothy. They are sorted according to when they were written, with the most recent first. To see them in their biblical order, select them from the menu.
Paul warns Timothy to not allow the teaching of false doctrines. These cause controversy, rather than building up the body of Christ.
Guard against teachers who promote false doctrines. Never forget the importance of sound doctrine in promoting love and unity.
I give thanks to Christ Jesus for all that he has done in my life. He has richly blessed me beyond any reasonable expectation.
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 them.
God wants all people to be saved. But only those who repent and believe will be saved and escape his judgment.
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?
Do you have a good reputation among unbelievers? Or is the cause of Christ brought into disrepute because of your life and actions?
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 believers.
As believers, all of us are called to serve the Lord. And those who serve well have great standing in the kingdom and assurance in the faith.
How can you distinguish and confront false teaching? By daily finding nourishment in the truths of the faith. By spending time in God’s word.
Paul advised Timothy to avoid things in this life that distract, and to focus on training in godliness. Training with value for eternity.
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 faith?