Avoid Quarreling About Words – 1 Timothy 6:3-5
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.
1 Timothy
Studies from Paul’s first letter to Timothy
I Thank Christ Jesus My Lord – 1 Timothy 1:12-14
I give thanks to Christ Jesus for all that he has done in my life. He has richly blessed me beyond any reasonable expectation.
Saved & Called to a Holy Life by God’s Grace – 2 Timothy 1:9
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 privilege he gives us.
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.
Don’t Neglect Your Gift – 1 Timothy 4:14
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 yourself.
Watch Your Life and Doctrine Closely – 1 Timothy 4:16
All believers, not just preachers and teachers, need to watch our lives and doctrine closely. Both for ourselves and those we influence.
The Good Fight of the Faith – 1 Timothy 6:12
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 of the faith.
Entertaining an Accusation – 1 Timothy 5:19-20
As members, or leaders, in a local church, how should we respond to an accusation of sin on the part of our leadership?
Training in Godliness – 1 Timothy 4:7-8
Paul advised Timothy to avoid things in this life that distract, and to focus on training in godliness. Training with value for eternity.
Basic Expectations for All Believers – 1 Timothy 3:2-3
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?
The Importance of Sound Doctrine – 1 Timothy 1:5
Guard against teachers who promote false doctrines. Never forget the importance of sound doctrine in promoting love and unity.
The Deep Truths of the Faith – 1 Timothy 3:9
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.
