This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. Some account christianity an advantageous profession for this world. Grace, mercy and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. I give thee charge in the sight of god who is omniscient and omnipotent. Consequently, most modern translations render 1 timothy 6. The apostle retains to the opening thought of the epistle, that of the charge or injunction which he committed to his disciple, 1 timothy 1. A daily bible study in 7day sections with a summary commentary, discussion questions, and daily application sunday 1 timothy 1 salutation 1. And persecutor endeavouring, to the uttermost of his power, to exterminate all who called on the name of the lord jesus. There are spiritual rewards in heaven for those who serve faithfully in this role. Who quickeneth all things god, who is the fountain of life, and who is the resurrection. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small group discussion, to help christians in. We love creating practical, discipleship resources to help you know and love god more. Until i come, devote yourself to the public reading of scripture, to preaching and to teaching.
What the good minister can do in times of apostasy, vv. The current verse obviously is the theme verse for the whole book. Timothy should continue to teach the truth that they have received. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy 1 timothy 1 1paul, an apostle of christ jesus according to the commandment of god our savior, and of christ jesus, who is our hope, 2to timothy, my true child in the faith. Timothy had accompanied paul on his missionary journey to. That was about ad 60 and he was there for two years. In other words, jesus christ, before pontius pilate, bore witness by his own solemn words, that he was the messiahthe longlookedfor king of israel. Weekly telecasts and daily radio broadcasts of grace to you are seen and heard by millions worldwide. Now the spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons.
In fact, 1 timothy is doubly pseudonymouspaul is not the real author and timothy is not the real recipient. He instructs timothy to flee from the desire to acquire wealth and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. These are 14 books that bear no marks of inspiration. They lift verse 4 out of its context, not bothering to include relevant details from adjacent verses. Sep 29, 20 the preacher of our passage should take note of the fact that, on the one hand, the new testament features several other texts with a similar attitude toward material wealth as in 1 timothy 6. He has earned degrees from east texas baptist college, southwestern baptist theological seminary, and trinity evangelical divinity school and has done postgraduat. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 timothy 6 and more. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture. This verse partly explains why the qualifications for deacons are so high. Let as many bondservants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honor, so that the name of god and his doctrine may not be blasphemed a. The book of 1 timothy, one of the apostle pauls three pastoral epistles, provides a unique yardstick for churches to measure their conduct. Overview of the book of 1 timothy third millennium ministries. First timothy, a study guide from the executable outlines series by mark a.
Verse 3 forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats, which god created to be received with thanksgiving by them that believe and know the truth. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy relevant bible teaching. Legalistic teachings lead people away from the true gospel. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small.
It seems that 1 timothy was written by the apostle paul to timothy sometime after his release from roman imprisonment as described at the end of the book of acts and was written from macedonia 1 timothy. Thou hast confessed the good confession perhaps at his baptism. Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living god. You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in christ jesus. Until i come, devote yourself to the public reading of scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. The kind of instruction which was to be given to servants, 1 timothy 6. The ideal of this transformation is the lord jesus christ. We have therefore no difficulty as to the commandment here.
Verses 1 and 2 identify the author paul and the intended recipient timothy. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and. For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see bible. John has also written several bestselling books, including the macarthur study bible, the gospel according to jesus, the new testament commentary series, twelve ordinary men, and the truth war. Of false teachers, who suppose gain to be godliness, 1 timothy 6. In pauls letters to timothy, he urges the young evangelist in the strongest of terms to stand firm and to hold fast to the doctrine that the apostle had given to him i timothy 6. He is married to the former peggy rutta and they have three children and six grandchildren. Thou hast confessed the good confession before many witnesses to which they all assented.
Commentary on timothy, titus, philemon by john calvin. Paul gave timothy guidelines to help him minister to the needs of the elderly, young people, widows, elders, and slaves. Timothy is exhorted to fight the good fight of faith, and to keep the charge delivered to him, 1 timothy 6. So far, the letter has exhorted timothy to learn from pauls example in suffering see the commentary on last sundays reading, from others in their faithfulness or lack of it see 2 timothy 1. David guzik commentary on 1 timothy 6, where paul warns timothy about the. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. The completed registration allows us to send order and donation receipts to the email address you provided.
I timothy 6 is a reminder to be content and to pursue godliness. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary lea, thomas, griffin, hayne p. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. To guide timothy as he opposed false teachers in ephesus.
This verse, quoted out of context, seems to state that all flesh can now be eaten. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary. From which some having swerved the apostle, in this verse and the next, describes the persons he suspected of teaching other doctrines, and of introducing fables and. So, as translators have gained access to larger amounts of ancient greek writing not just large texts, but journals, letters, and the like theyve come to recognize the various nuances of the word pas. Timothy having joined paul and silas, accompanied them on a visit to the churches of phrygia and galatia, in. The record in the book of acts ends with the apostle paul in prison in rome.
How quickly and completely credibility disappears when christian leaders are found to have financial motives. Of those, and their dangerous state, who determine to be rich. In the sight of god, who gives life to everything, and of christ jesus, who while. The life application bible commentary series provides versebyverse explanation, background, and application for every verse in the new testament. All who are under the yoke of slavery should consider their masters worthy of full respect, so that gods name and our teaching may not be slandered. I give thee charge this is similar to that in 1 timothy 5. In prior verses, he has commanded timothy to flee from sin and temptation, to pursue righteous. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy 1 timothy 1 1paul, an apostle of christ jesus according to the commandment of god our savior, and of christ jesus, who is our hope, 2to timothy, my. A sublime description of the majesty of god, 1 timothy 6. After clicking register, you will receive an email with a link to verify your account and to complete your registration. This 25 part expository study of 1 timothy was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 1994.
Verse 2 and they that have believing masters, let them not despise them, because they are brethren. How can an elder come under the same condemnation as the devil 1 timothy 3. It follows that this commentary, like all commentaries. Worship and church authority must be carefully ordered. The objective of all bible study is personal transformation. Containing moses final messages to the people of israel before their entrance into the promised land, the book is rich in theological significance. Let as many bondservants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honor, so that the name of god and his doctrine may not be blasphemed. He also warned that the love of money is the root of all evil and instructed timothy of how saints can obtain eternal life 1 timothy 6. What does the husband of one wife phrase in 1 timothy 3. Oct 06, 20 next, the letter exhorts timothy to remain faithful, proceeding with numerous clusters of exhortations through 2. Read 1 timothy 6 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The book of deuteronomy is one of the most frequently cited old testament books in the new testament. Nobody remembers who named the book, but for me it was the beginning of three decades of intensive bible study as i wrote additional commentaries. Verses 612 from the mention of the abuse which some put upon religion, making it to serve their secular advantages, the apostle,i.
This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. A blasphemer speaking impiously and unjustly of jesus, his doctrine, his ways, and his followers. Commentaries for 1 timothy chapter 6 instructions concerning slaves. Verse 6 timothy should remind the christians of the things about which paul writes. They were to treat their masters with all proper respect, 1 timothy 6. If youve benefited from our resources, would you consider giving back to help us continue helping men, women and children as they find their place in gods story. Paul needs to warn him because, by about ad 65, the church is already sliding away from the truth that jesus christ had entrusted to the apostles. First timothy is a letter to a young church leader with specific instructions on how to fight the good fight 1 ti 118. This book gives us a look at pauls instructions regarding the challenges timothy facedchallenges many pastors still face today. The written word conforms to the likeness of the living word.
Somewhere inside most of us is the desire to be free. Takes occasion to show the excellency of contentment and the evil of covetousness. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on this book. The flaw with most peoples understanding of this verse is that they fail to read what it and the surrounding verses really say. Furthermore, 1 timothy is probably not even a letter since it departs from the typical letter form at several points.