Paul now instructs Timothy—and all church workers—regarding financial support. He also instructs how to approach church leader’s misconduct. My translation and notes for 1 Timothy 5:17-21 Support the Ministry 17 Let the elders, who have effective leadership, be deserving of double honor, especially those who labor in word and teaching. [The leaders have material…
Timothy continues his education about God’s will for pastors dealing with interpersonal competence, widows, and subtopics for each. My translation and notes of 1 Timothy 5:1-16 1 Timothy Chapter 5 Respect the Brethren 1 Don’t scold an older man, instead appeal to him like a father, [and] the younger men like brothers, [Elders here…
Paul continues to teach Timothy the importance of godliness, the fact the Jesus is the only Messiah (especially so for those who believe), spiritual maturity is more important than chronological maturity, and the importance and how to remain steadfast in the faith. My translation and notes of 1 Timothy 4:6-16 Remind Brethren 6 If…
Paul informs Timothy about the qualifications of deacons and deaconesses. He finishes the chapter writing some of the clearest passages concerning the deity of Jesus Christ. My translation and notes on 1 Timothy 3:8-16 8 In the same way, deacons must be dignified, not two-faced, not given to lots of wine, not greedy for…
Paul gives guidance on qualifications of church leaders. My notes and translation of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 1 Timothy Chapter 3 Pastors and Deacons 1 This is a trustworthy saying, if anyone desires the oversight [of the church], he desires a good work. [Most pastors speak of their call—first by God, then by the church…
Paul now instructs Timothy about the believers in the congregation. My notes and translation of 1 Timothy 2:8-15 Encourage Members 8 Therefore, I want men to pray wherever they are, lifting holy hands without anger and doubt. [The men of the church (believers) are being addressed. Starting in verse 9 the women are addressed.…
Guidance for church worship regarding prayer. Also addressed is Jesus is the perfect mediator, the only mediator between humans and God. 1 Timothy Chapter 2 Encourage prayer for Others 1 Therefore, first of all, I strongly urge that entreaties, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, [Paul lists four types of prayers.…
Paul, writing to his young assistance in Ephesus, urges pastor Timothy to oppose false teachers who teach false doctrine, worldview, and lifestyle. There is only one standard of Christianity, and it is the New Testament. It is not to be added to or taken from, redefined, twisted by interpretation, or rejected. God has settled…
Reading and studying the Scriptures has great benefits, likewise, not reading and studying the Scriptures has great damage. The main issue is a Christian is easier to be deceived if they do not know the truth taught by the Bible. All Christians should be discipled on Bible interpretation, Old Testament and New Testament survey,…
What is the rest that God promises us? How does one qualify for God’s rest? How does a person not receive God’s rest? Some verses about God’s rest: Exodus 33:14, Isaiah 14:3,and Matthew 11:28. Some verses about not experiencing God’s rest: Isaiah 28:12, Jeremiah 6:16, and Isaiah 30:15. Also, see How can we enter into…