1Tm1 Timothy

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As Paul approaches the end of his life, he chose young men like Timothy to continue his work. His two letters to Timothy form a leadership manual for a young pastor.

AuthorPaul
For whom it was writtenTo Timothy, the young pastor and companion of Paul on his missionary journeys.
Chapter amount6
Verse amount113

Message/Outline

  • Paul warns Timothy about false teachers.
  • Paul teaches Timothy the procedures of worship and service in the church.
  • Paul teaches Timothy how to choose good leaders.
  • Paul challenges Timothy to be a good example.

Chapters

1 - 3Greetings. Paul talks about false doctrines and the gospel of grace. The good fight. Paul instructs the church regarding its worship, its leaders, and its role concerning the truth.
4 - 6.10Paul instructs regarding pastoral duties.
6.11 - 21Paul gives final exhortations to keep the faith, Christ's claims to the rich, and exhortations to guard the truth.