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“If you instruct the brethren in these things, you will be a
good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished in thewords of faith and
of the good doctrine which you have carefully followed.” (1 Timothy
4:6)
Workbook OnThe Two Epistles To
Timothy
© 1999 David Padfield. All Rights Reserved.
Scripture taken from the New King James Version.Copyright ©1982
by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
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Workbook on First and Second Timothy David Padfield 1
Introduction“Then he came to Derbe and Lystra. And behold, a
certaindisciple was there, named Timothy, the son of a
certainJewish woman who believed, but his father was Greek. Hewas
well spoken of by the brethren who were at Lystra andIconium. Paul
wanted to have him go on with him. And hetook him and circumcised
him because of the Jews who werein that region, for they all knew
that his father was Greek.And as they went through the cities, they
delivered to themthe decrees to keep, which were determined by the
apostlesand elders at Jerusalem. So the churches were
strengthenedin the faith, and increased in number daily." (Acts
16:1–5)
The books of 1st and 2nd Timothy and Titus areusually referred
to by the denominational world as the“pastoral epistles.” They use
this title because they donot understand the work of a “pastor.” I
might preferthe phrase “evangelistic epistles,” for these
threebooks discuss the work of an evangelist in great detail.
I have often suggested that every elder, deacon andpreacher read
these books at least once a month. Aconstant reading of these
epistles would give them thecourage and determination to “fight the
good fight.”
It is very common to find Christians who do notunderstand the
work of an evangelist, elder or deacon.This lack of knowledge is
the result of a lack of study.Just as we use the book of Acts to
find examples ofconversion, we must use these three books as a
patternfor elders and preachers.
Timothy’s Biography“Timothy himself is an interesting study.
Born inLystra of a Greek father and of a Jewish mother, hewas
brought up in the Jewish faithand was taught the Scriptures
fromchildhood. Paul made him anunderstudy in his second
journey(Acts 16:1–3), and Timothyremained with him ever after.
Heshared in the evangelization ofMacedonia and Achaia and aidedPaul
during the three years ofpreaching at Ephesus, where hebecame
thoroughly acquaintedwith the city and with the needs ofthe local
church. He was one of thedelegates appointed to Jerusalem(20:4) and
probably went with Paulall the way back to that city. Hewas with
Paul in Rome during thefirst imprisonment, for his nameappears in
the headings ofColossians (1:1) and of Philemon
(1). After the release he traveled with Paul andevidently was
left at Ephesus to straighten out thetangle that had developed
there, while Paul went on tovisit the churches in Macedonia. At the
end of Paul’slife he joined him at Rome (II Tim. 4:11, 21),
andhimself suffered imprisonment (Heb. 13:23), fromwhich he was
later released.” (Merrill C. Tenney, NewTestament Survey, p.
334).
Time and Place“After Paul was acquitted by the Emperor
andreleased from his first Roman imprisonment (A.D. 61),he resumed
his missionary activities, accompanied byTimothy, Titus, Luke, and
possibly some others.Contrary to his earlier thinking, he was able
to returnto Ephesus; there he left Timothy in charge while hemoved
on to Macedonia (I Tim. 1:3; cf. Acts 20:25, 37–38). Paul expected
to rejoin Timothy at Ephesus, but hewas not sure about the time of
his arrival (3:14; 4:13).Thinking that he might be delayed longer
than he hadexpected, Paul thus wrote to Timothy to encourageand to
instruct him in his many tasks: ‘But if I tarrylong, that thou
mayest know how thou oughtest tobehave thyself in the house of God,
which is thechurch of the living God, the pillar and ground of
thetruth’ (3:15). The book therefore was written fromMacedonia
about A.D. 62, although some havesuggested either A.D. 63 or 64.”
(Robert G. Gromacki,New Testament Survey, p. 295).
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Sound Doctrine1 Timothy 1:1–11&
1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ,by the commandment of God
ourSavior and the Lord Jesus Christ,our hope, 2 To Timothy, a true
sonin the faith: Grace, mercy, andpeace from God our Father
andJesus Christ our Lord. 3 As Iurged you when I went
intoMacedonia—remain in Ephesusthat you may charge some thatthey
teach no other doctrine, 4 norgive heed to fables and
endlessgenealogies, which cause disputesrather than godly
edificationwhich is in faith. 5 Now thepurpose of the commandment
islove from a pure heart, from agood conscience, and from
sincerefaith, 6 from which some, havingstrayed, have turned aside
to idletalk, 7 desiring to be teachers ofthe law, understanding
neitherwhat they say nor the thingswhich they affirm. 8 But we
knowthat the law is good if one uses itlawfully, 9 knowing this:
that thelaw is not made for a righteousperson, but for the lawless
andinsubordinate, for the ungodlyand for sinners, for the unholyand
profane, for murderers offathers and murderers of mothers,for
manslayers, 10 for fornicators,for sodomites, for kidnappers,
forliars, for perjurers, and if there isany other thing that is
contrary tosound doctrine, 11 according tothe glorious gospel of
the blessedGod which was committed to mytrust.
1. What are the qualifications of an apostle?
2. List the passages where Paul defend his apostleship?
3. How was the gospel committed to Paul’s trust?
4. How would one give heed to “endless genealogies”?
5. Who was the law made for?
6. In what way was Timothy Paul’s “son in the faith”?
7. In 1 Timothy 1:10 Paul uses the phrase “sound doctrine.” Can
you findwhere he used the following phrases? (A concordance will
help)
a. “doctrines of demons”
b. “good doctrine”
c. “my doctrine”
d. “profitable for doctrine”
e. “adorn the doctrine”
8. There are at least three other New Testament passages which
give acatalog of various sins. Where are they?
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1 Timothy 1:12–20 Paul’s Former Conduct&
12 And I thank Christ Jesus ourLord who has enabled me,because
He counted me faithful,putting me into the ministry,13 although I
was formerly ablasphemer, a persecutor, and aninsolent man; but I
obtainedmercy because I did it ignorantlyin unbelief. 14 And the
grace ofour Lord was exceedinglyabundant, with faith and lovewhich
are in Christ Jesus. 15 Thisis a faithful saying and worthy ofall
acceptance, that Christ Jesuscame into the world to savesinners, of
whom I am chief.16 However, for this reason Iobtained mercy, that
in me firstJesus Christ might show alllongsuffering, as a pattern
tothose who are going to believe onHim for everlasting life. 17
Nowto the King eternal, immortal,invisible, to God who alone
iswise, be honor and glory foreverand ever. Amen. 18 This charge
Icommit to you, son Timothy,according to the propheciespreviously
made concerning you,that by them you may wage thegood warfare, 19
having faith anda good conscience, which somehaving rejected,
concerning thefaith have suffered shipwreck, 20of whom are
Hymenaeus andAlexander, whom I delivered toSatan that they may
learn not toblaspheme.
1. Why did the Lord extend mercy to Paul?
2. In verse 15 we find the first of four “faithful sayings” in
1st and 2ndTimothy and Titus, can you find the other three?
3. In what way is Paul a pattern for us?
4. What charge did Paul give to Timothy?
5. What are the “prophecies” referred to in verse 18?
6. How were Hymenaeus and Alexander “delivered unto Satan”?
7. In what other New Testament letter do we read of someone
beingdelivered to Satan?
8. Why did Paul consider himself the chief of sinners?
9. How could one make “shipwreck” of the faith?
See Acts 9:1–22
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1 Timothy 2:1–15 Prayer And Supplication&
1 Therefore I exhort first of all thatsupplications,
prayers,intercessions, and giving of thanksbe made for all men, 2
for kingsand all who are in authority, thatwe may lead a quiet
andpeaceable life in all godliness andreverence. 3 For this is good
andacceptable in the sight of God ourSavior, 4 who desires all men
to besaved and to come to theknowledge of the truth.5 For there is
one God and oneMediator between God and men,the Man Christ Jesus, 6
who gaveHimself a ransom for all, to betestified in due time, 7 for
which Iwas appointed a preacher and anapostle—I am speaking the
truthin Christ and not lying—a teacherof the Gentiles in faith and
truth.8 I desire therefore that the menpray everywhere, lifting up
holyhands, without wrath anddoubting; 9 in like manner also,that
the women adorn themselvesin modest apparel, with proprietyand
moderation, not with braidedhair or gold or pearls or
costlyclothing, 10 but, which is properfor women professing
godliness,with good works. 11 Let a womanlearn in silence with
allsubmission. 12 And I do notpermit a woman to teach or tohave
authority over a man, but tobe in silence. 13 For Adam wasformed
first, then Eve. 14 AndAdam was not deceived, but thewoman being
deceived, fell intotransgression. 15 Nevertheless shewill be saved
in childbearing ifthey continue in faith, love, andholiness, with
self-control.
1. What elements should be included in our prayers? (cf. Matt.
6:5–15)
2. What should we pray for?
3. What is the purpose of a mediator?
4. In what way was Christ our ransom?
5. Explain the command of “lifting up holy hands.”
6. How can a woman determine what is “modest apparel”?
7. Is it sinful for a woman to wear pearls or costly
clothing?
8. In what Scriptural ways may a woman teach?
9. How is a woman “saved in childbearing”?
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1 Timothy 3:1–13 Elders And Deacons&
1 This is a faithful saying: If a mandesires the position of a
bishop, hedesires a good work. 2 A bishopthen must be blameless,
thehusband of one wife, temperate,sober-minded, of good
behavior,hospitable, able to teach; 3 notgiven to wine, not
violent, notgreedy for money, but gentle, notquarrelsome, not
covetous; 4 onewho rules his own house well,having his children in
submissionwith all reverence 5 (for if a mandoes not know how to
rule hisown house, how will he take careof the church of God?); 6
not anovice, lest being puffed up withpride he fall into the
samecondemnation as the devil.7 Moreover he must have a
goodtestimony among those who areoutside, lest he fall into
reproachand the snare of the devil.8 Likewise deacons must
bereverent, not double-tongued, notgiven to much wine, not
greedyfor money, 9 holding the mysteryof the faith with a
pureconscience. 10 But let these alsofirst be tested; then let them
serveas deacons, being foundblameless. 11 Likewise their wivesmust
be reverent, not slanderers,temperate, faithful in all things.12
Let deacons be the husbands ofone wife, ruling their children
andtheir own houses well. 13 Forthose who have served well
asdeacons obtain for themselves agood standing and great boldnessin
the faith which is in ChristJesus.
1. There are many terms used to describe elders. What are these
otherterms, and where are they located in the New Testament?
2. How can you tell if a man has the following qualities?
a. “hospitable”
b. “not greedy for money”
c. “not a novice”
d. “rules well his own house ”
e. “children in subjection”
f. “a good testimony among those who are outside”
g. “able to teach”
3. What qualifications, if any, do you believe are often
overlooked orminimized?
4. What is meant by the phrase “holding the mystery of the faith
with apure conscience”?
5. How are elders and deacons to “first be tested”?
6. Compare the list of qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 with
the list in Titus1:5–9. Compile a complete list of these
qualifications.
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1 Timothy 3:14—4:5 A Great Mystery And Apostacy&
14 These things I write to you,though I hope to come to
youshortly; 15 but if I am delayed, Iwrite so that you may know
howyou ought to conduct yourself inthe house of God, which is
thechurch of the living God, the pillarand ground of the truth. 16
Andwithout controversy great is themystery of godliness: God
wasmanifested in the flesh, Justifiedin the Spirit, Seen by
angels,Preached among the Gentiles,Believed on in the
world,Received up in glory. 4:1 Now theSpirit expressly says that
in lattertimes some will depart from thefaith, giving heed to
deceivingspirits and doctrines of demons, 2speaking lies in
hypocrisy, havingtheir own conscience seared witha hot iron, 3
forbidding to marry,and commanding to abstain fromfoods which God
created to bereceived with thanksgiving bythose who believe and
know thetruth. 4 For every creature of Godis good, and nothing is
to berefused if it is received withthanksgiving; 5 for it is
sanctifiedby the word of God and prayer.
1. What did Paul have reference to in 1 Timothy 3:15 when he
spoke of howyou should “conduct yourself in the house of God”?
2. In what way is the church the “pillar and ground of the
truth”?
3. Verse 16 mentions six events in the life of Christ—find where
theseevents are recorded.
a. “Manifested in the flesh”
b. “Justified in the Spirit”
c. “Seen of angels”
d. “Preached unto the Gentiles”
e. “Believed on in the world”
f. “Received up into glory”
4. Name the two “doctrines of demons” mentioned in chapter
four.
5. What religious groups practice these demonic doctrines
today?
6. How are “unclean” foods made clean (cf. Romans 14:1–9)?
7. Are there any foods a Christian may not eat today?
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1 Timothy 4:6—5:2 A Faithful Minister&
6 If you instruct the brethren inthese things, you will be a
goodminister of Jesus Christ, nourishedin the words of faith and of
thegood doctrine which you havecarefully followed. 7 But
rejectprofane and old wives’ fables, andexercise yourself
towardgodliness. 8 For bodily exerciseprofits a little, but
godliness isprofitable for all things, havingpromise of the life
that now is andof that which is to come. 9 This isa faithful saying
and worthy of allacceptance. 10 For to this end weboth labor and
suffer reproach,because we trust in the livingGod, who is the
Savior of all men,especially of those who believe.11 These things
command andteach. 12 Let no one despise youryouth, but be an
example to thebelievers in word, in conduct, inlove, in spirit, in
faith, in purity.13 Till I come, give attention toreading, to
exhortation, todoctrine. 14 Do not neglect the giftthat is in you,
which was given toyou by prophecy with the layingon of the hands of
the eldership.15 Meditate on these things; giveyourself entirely to
them, thatyour progress may be evident toall. 16 Take heed to
yourself andto the doctrine. Continue in them,for in doing this you
will saveboth yourself and those who hearyou. 5:1 Do not rebuke an
olderman, but exhort him as a father,younger men as brothers, 2
olderwomen as mothers, younger assisters, with all purity.
1. Give an example of an “old wives’ fable.”
2. How does one “exercise” himself to godliness?
3. How is God the “Savior of all men, especially of those who
believe”?
4. What was the reason for warning Timothy to “let no one
despise youryouth”?
5. In what six ways was Timothy to be an example?
6. What is the “gift” mentioned in 1 Timothy 4:14?
7. How did Timothy receive this gift?
8. What was Timothy to give himself “entirely to”?
9. How would one take heed” to the doctrine?
10. How would taking “heed” to the doctrine save others?
11. How was Timothy to regard older men? Younger men? Older
women?Younger women?
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1 Timothy 5:3–16 Honoring Worthy Widows&
3 Honor widows who are reallywidows. 4 But if any widow
haschildren or grandchildren, letthem first learn to show piety
athome and to repay their parents;for this is good and
acceptablebefore God. 5 Now she who isreally a widow, and left
alone,trusts in God and continues insupplications and prayers
nightand day. 6 But she who lives inpleasure is dead while she
lives.7 And these things command, thatthey may be blameless. 8 But
ifanyone does not provide for hisown, and especially for those
ofhis household, he has denied thefaith and is worse than
anunbeliever. 9 Do not let a widowunder sixty years old be taken
intothe number, and not unless shehas been the wife of one man,10
well reported for good works:if she has brought up children, ifshe
has lodged strangers, if shehas washed the saints’ feet, if shehas
relieved the afflicted, if shehas diligently followed everygood
work. 11 But refuse theyounger widows; for when theyhave begun to
grow wantonagainst Christ, they desire tomarry, 12 having
condemnationbecause they have cast off theirfirst faith. 13 And
besides theylearn to be idle, wandering aboutfrom house to house,
and not onlyidle but also gossips andbusybodies, saying things
whichthey ought not. 14 Therefore Idesire that the younger
widowsmarry, bear children, manage thehouse, give no opportunity to
theadversary to speak reproachfully.15 For some have already
turnedaside after Satan. 16 If anybelieving man or woman haswidows,
let them relieve them,and do not let the church beburdened, that it
may relievethose who are really widows.
1. Who has the first responsibility to care for widows in
need?
2. How does one provide for his own?
3. How old must a widow be before she can be taken into the
regular careof the church?
4. What kind of woman must the widow be before the church is
chargedwith her care?
5. What advice did Paul give to younger widows?
6. What were the younger widows to avoid?
7. Compare the phrase “the wife of one man” (1 Timothy 5:9) with
thequalifications for an elder in Titus 1:6, “the husband of one
wife.”
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1 Timothy 5:17–25 Honor To Godly Elders&
17 Let the elders who rule well becounted worthy of double
honor,especially those who labor in theword and doctrine. 18 For
theScripture says, “You shall notmuzzle an ox while it treads
outthe grain,” and, “The laborer isworthy of his wages.” 19 Do
notreceive an accusation against anelder except from two or
threewitnesses. 20 Those who aresinning rebuke in the presence
ofall, that the rest also may fear.21 I charge you before God
andthe Lord Jesus Christ and the electangels that you observe
thesethings without prejudice, doingnothing with partiality. 22 Do
notlay hands on anyone hastily, norshare in other people’s sins;
keepyourself pure. 23 No longer drinkonly water, but use a little
winefor your stomach’s sake and yourfrequent infirmities. 24
Somemen’s sins are clearly evident,preceding them to judgment,
butthose of some men follow later.25 Likewise, the good works
ofsome are clearly evident, andthose that are otherwise cannot
behidden.
1. How does an elder “rule well”?
2. What is the “double honor” mentioned in verse 17?
3. What does verse 18 refer to? Where are these words quoted
from?
4. How was Timothy to receive an accusation against an
elder?
5. What was Timothy to do with a “sinning” elder?
6. How is it possible to share in the sins of others? Give a few
examples.
7. What was Timothy to do about his illness?
8. How do some sins precede men to the judgement?
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1 Timothy 6:1–10 Beware Of Greed&
1 Let as many bondservants as areunder the yoke count their
ownmasters worthy of all honor, sothat the name of God and
Hisdoctrine may not be blasphemed.2 And those who have
believingmasters, let them not despisethem because they are
brethren,but rather serve them becausethose who are benefited
arebelievers and beloved. Teach andexhort these things. 3 If
anyoneteaches otherwise and does notconsent to wholesome words,even
the words of our Lord JesusChrist, and to the doctrine whichaccords
with godliness, 4 he isproud, knowing nothing, but isobsessed with
disputes andarguments over words, fromwhich come envy, strife,
reviling,evil suspicions, 5 uselesswranglings of men of
corruptminds and destitute of the truth,who suppose that godliness
is ameans of gain. From suchwithdraw yourself. 6 Nowgodliness with
contentment isgreat gain. 7 For we broughtnothing into this world,
and it iscertain we can carry nothing out.8 And having food and
clothing,with these we shall be content.9 But those who desire to
be richfall into temptation and a snare,and into many foolish
andharmful lusts which drown menin destruction and perdition.10 For
the love of money is a rootof all kinds of evil, for which somehave
strayed from the faith intheir greediness, and piercedthemselves
through with manysorrows.
1. What is the obligation of a bondservant?
2. What are the characteristics of those who will not consent
to“wholesome words”?
3. How was Timothy to treat these false teachers?
4. What is “godliness with contentment”? How is it possible?
5. What did we bring into this world?
6. What will we leave this world with?
7. What type of snare will those who desire to be rich fall
into? (cf.Proverbs 30:7–9)
8. What is the “love of money”?
9. How will a man “pierce” himself with many sorrows?
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The Good Confession&
1 Timothy 6:11–21
11 But you, O man of God, fleethese things and
pursuerighteousness, godliness, faith,love, patience, gentleness.
12 Fightthe good fight of faith, lay hold oneternal life, to which
you werealso called and have confessed thegood confession in the
presence ofmany witnesses. 13 I urge you inthe sight of God who
gives life toall things, and before Christ Jesuswho witnessed the
goodconfession before Pontius Pilate,14 that you keep
thiscommandment without spot,blameless until our Lord JesusChrist’s
appearing, 15 which Hewill manifest in His own time, Hewho is the
blessed and onlyPotentate, the King of kings andLord of lords, 16
who alone hasimmortality, dwelling inunapproachable light, whom
noman has seen or can see, to whombe honor and everlasting
power.Amen. 17 Command those whoare rich in this present age not
tobe haughty, nor to trust inuncertain riches but in the livingGod,
who gives us richly allthings to enjoy. 18 Let them dogood, that
they be rich in goodworks, ready to give, willing toshare, 19
storing up forthemselves a good foundation forthe time to come,
that they maylay hold on eternal life.20 O Timothy! Guard what
wascommitted to your trust, avoidingthe profane and idle
babblingsand contradictions of what isfalsely called knowledge— 21
byprofessing it some have strayedconcerning the faith. Grace bewith
you. Amen.
1. What six things was Timothy to pursue?
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
2. How can we “lay hold on eternal life”?
3. How did Christ witness a “good confession” before Pilate?
4. What does God “dwell” in?
5. What was Timothy commanded to tell the rich?
6. How can one establish a “good confession”?
7. What was committed to Timothy’s trust?
8. What was Timothy to avoid?
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2 Timothy 1:1–7 Timothy’s Early Life&
1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christby the will of God, according
tothe promise of life which is inChrist Jesus, 2 To Timothy,
abeloved son: Grace, mercy, andpeace from God the Father andChrist
Jesus our Lord. 3 I thankGod, whom I serve with a pureconscience,
as my forefathers did,as without ceasing I rememberyou in my
prayers night and day,4 greatly desiring to see you,being mindful
of your tears, that Imay be filled with joy, 5 when Icall to
remembrance the genuinefaith that is in you, which dweltfirst in
your grandmother Loisand your mother Eunice, and I ampersuaded is
in you also.6 Therefore I remind you to stir upthe gift of God
which is in youthrough the laying on of myhands. 7 For God has not
given usa spirit of fear, but of power andof love and of a sound
mind.
1. According to these verse, where is “life” located? (cf. Eph.
1:3).
2. In what way was Timothy “a beloved son” to Paul?
3. Paul said he served God with a “pure conscience.” Did this
mean Godhad always accepted Paul’s service?
4. How did Timothy receive his faith?
5. How did Timothy receive the “gift of God”? (cf. Acts
8:18).
6. What type of “spirit” has God given us?
a.
b.
c.
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2 Timothy 1:8–18 Not Ashamed Of The Gospel&
8 Therefore do not be ashamed ofthe testimony of our Lord, nor
ofme His prisoner, but share withme in the sufferings for the
gospelaccording to the power of God,9 who has saved us and called
uswith a holy calling, not accordingto our works, but according to
Hisown purpose and grace whichwas given to us in Christ Jesusbefore
time began, 10 but has nowbeen revealed by the appearing ofour
Savior Jesus Christ, who hasabolished death and brought lifeand
immortality to light throughthe gospel, 11 to which I wasappointed
a preacher, an apostle,and a teacher of the Gentiles.12 For this
reason I also sufferthese things; nevertheless I am notashamed, for
I know whom I havebelieved and am persuaded thatHe is able to keep
what I havecommitted to Him until that Day.13 Hold fast the pattern
of soundwords which you have heard fromme, in faith and love which
are inChrist Jesus. 14 That good thingwhich was committed to
you,keep by the Holy Spirit whodwells in us. 15 This you know,that
all those in Asia have turnedaway from me, among whom arePhygellus
and Hermogenes.16 The Lord grant mercy to thehousehold of
Onesiphorus, for heoften refreshed me, and was notashamed of my
chain; 17 butwhen he arrived in Rome, hesought me out very
zealously andfound me. 18 The Lord grant tohim that he may find
mercy fromthe Lord in that Day—and youknow very well how many
wayshe ministered to me at Ephesus.
1. How could Timothy share in Paul’s sufferings?
2. How has God “called us”? (cf. 2 Thes. 2:14).
3. What did God establish in Christ “before the world
began”?
4. How did Christ bring “life and immortality to light”?
5. What three works was Paul appointed to?
6. What had Paul “committed” to Christ “until that Day”?
7. What is the “pattern of sound words”?
8. How does the Holy Spirit “dwell” in us?
9. How had some in Asia treated Paul?
10. Onesiphorus had often “refreshed” Paul. Find the two other
verseswhere Paul was “refreshed.”
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2 Timothy 2:1–13 A Good Soldier Of Christ&
1 You therefore, my son, be strongin the grace that is in Christ
Jesus.2 And the things that you haveheard from me among
manywitnesses, commit these to faithfulmen who will be able to
teachothers also. 3 You therefore mustendure hardship as a good
soldierof Jesus Christ. 4 No one engagedin warfare entangles
himself withthe affairs of this life, that he mayplease him who
enlisted him as asoldier. 5 And also if anyonecompetes in
athletics, he is notcrowned unless he competesaccording to the
rules. 6 The hard-working farmer must be first topartake of the
crops. 7 Considerwhat I say, and may the Lord giveyou understanding
in all things.8 Remember that Jesus Christ, ofthe seed of David,
was raisedfrom the dead according to mygospel, 9 for which I suffer
troubleas an evildoer, even to the point ofchains; but the word of
God is notchained. 10 Therefore I endure allthings for the sake of
the elect,that they also may obtain thesalvation which is in Christ
Jesuswith eternal glory. 11 This is afaithful saying: For if we
diedwith Him, We shall also live withHim. 12 If we endure, We
shallalso reign with Him. If we denyHim, He also will deny us. 13
Ifwe are faithless, He remainsfaithful; He cannot deny Himself.
1. What was Timothy to “commit” to faithful men?
2. What three occupations did Paul compare Timothy’s work
to?
a.
b.
c.
3. How would a soldier “entangle himself with the affairs of
this life”?
4. How did Paul “suffer trouble as an evil doer”?
5. Why did Paul “endure all things”?
6. How do we die with Christ?
7. How will we “reign with Christ”? What other verse speaks of
this idea?
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2 Timothy 2:14–26
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Useful For The Master14 Remind them of these things,charging
them before the Lord notto strive about words to no profit,to the
ruin of the hearers. 15 Bediligent to present yourselfapproved to
God, a worker whodoes not need to be ashamed,rightly dividing the
word of truth.16 But shun profane and idlebabblings, for they will
increase tomore ungodliness. 17 And theirmessage will spread like
cancer.Hymenaeus and Philetus are ofthis sort, 18 who have
strayedconcerning the truth, saying thatthe resurrection is already
past;and they overthrow the faith ofsome. 19 Nevertheless the
solidfoundation of God stands, havingthis seal: “The Lord knows
thosewho are His,”and, “Let everyonewho names the name of
Christdepart from iniquity.” 20 But in agreat house there are not
onlyvessels of gold and silver, but alsoof wood and clay, some for
honorand some for dishonor. 21 There-fore if anyone cleanses
himselffrom the latter, he will be a vesselfor honor, sanctified
and usefulfor the Master, prepared for everygood work. 22 Flee also
youthfullusts; but pursue righteousness,faith, love, peace with
those whocall on the Lord out of a pureheart. 23 But avoid foolish
andignorant disputes, knowing thatthey generate strife. 24 And
aservant of the Lord must notquarrel but be gentle to all, able
toteach, patient, 25 in humilitycorrecting those who are
inopposition, if God perhaps willgrant them repentance, so thatthey
may know the truth, 26 andthat they may come to their sensesand
escape the snare of the devil,having been taken captive by himto do
his will.
1. What was Timothy to remind the brethren of?
2. What would make Timothy a “worker who does not need to
beashamed”?
3. What were Hymenaeus and Philetus guilty of?
4. In what other passage do we read of the sin of Hymenaeus?
5. How were Hymenaeus and Philetus able to “overthrow the faith
ofsome”?
6. What four things was Timothy to pursue?
a.
b.
c.
d.
7. What was Timothy to avoid?
8. How are we to correct “those who are in opposition”?
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2 Timothy 3:1–9
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Men Of Corrupt Minds1 But know this, that in the lastdays
perilous times will come:2 For men will be lovers ofthemselves,
lovers of money,boasters, proud, blasphemers,disobedient to
parents,unthankful, unholy, 3 unloving,unforgiving, slanderers,
withoutself-control, brutal, despisers ofgood, 4 traitors,
headstrong,haughty, lovers of pleasure ratherthan lovers of God, 5
having aform of godliness but denying itspower. And from such
peopleturn away! 6 For of this sort arethose who creep into
householdsand make captives of gulliblewomen loaded down with
sins,led away by various lusts, 7always learning and never able
tocome to the knowledge of thetruth. 8 Now as Jannes andJambres
resisted Moses, so dothese also resist the truth: men ofcorrupt
minds, disapprovedconcerning the faith; 9 but theywill progress no
further, for theirfolly will be manifest to all, astheirs also
was.
1. When are the “last days” spoken of in 2 Timothy 3:1?
2. In 2 Timothy 3:2–4 Paul mentions many of the sins worldly men
areoften guilty of. Which of these sins are often minimized?
3. What sins would be involved in the phrase “without natural
affection”?
4. How could one have a “form of godliness but denying its
power”?
5. Who are the “gullible women” mentioned in 2 Timothy 3:6?
6. How could one be “always learning, and never able to come to
theknowledge of the truth”?
7. Who were Jannes and Jambres, and how did they resist
Moses?
8. How will ungodly men have their folly made “manifest to
all”?
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2 Timothy 3:10–17
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Given By Inspiration10 But you have carefullyfollowed my
doctrine, manner oflife, purpose, faith, longsuffering,love,
perseverance, 11 per-secutions, afflictions, whichhappened to me at
Antioch, atIconium, at Lystra—whatpersecutions I endured. And outof
them all the Lord delivered me.12 Yes, and all who desire to
livegodly in Christ Jesus will sufferpersecution. 13 But evil men
andimpostors will grow worse andworse, deceiving and beingdeceived.
14 But you mustcontinue in the things which youhave learned and
been assured of,knowing from whom you havelearned them, 15 and that
fromchildhood you have known theHoly Scriptures, which are able
tomake you wise for salvationthrough faith which is in ChristJesus.
16 All Scripture is given byinspiration of God, and isprofitable
for doctrine, for reproof,for correction, for instruction
inrighteousness, 17 that the man ofGod may be complete,
thoroughlyequipped for every good work.
1. What nine things in Paul’s life did Timothy know about?
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
2. Where do we have a full report of Paul’s work at Antioch,
Iconium andLystra?
3. What will all who “live godly in Christ Jesus” receive?
4. What are the “Holy Scriptures” mentioned in 2 Timothy 3:15,
and howcould they make Timothy “wise for salvation”?
5. What four things is God's word profitable for?
a.
b.
c.
d.
6. Who is the “man of God,” and how is he made perfect?
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2 Timothy 4:1–8
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Preach The Word!1 I charge you therefore beforeGod and the Lord
Jesus Christ,who will judge the living and thedead at His appearing
and Hiskingdom: 2 Preach the word! Beready in season and out of
season.Convince, rebuke, exhort, with alllongsuffering and
teaching. 3 Forthe time will come when they willnot endure sound
doctrine, butaccording to their own desires,because they have
itching ears,they will heap up for themselvesteachers; 4 and they
will turn theirears away from the truth, and beturned aside to
fables. 5 But yoube watchful in all things, endureafflictions, do
the work of anevangelist, fulfill your ministry.6 For I am already
being pouredout as a drink offering, and thetime of my departure is
at hand.7 I have fought the good fight, Ihave finished the race, I
have keptthe faith. 8 Finally, there is laid upfor me the crown of
righteousness,which the Lord, the righteousJudge, will give to me
on that Day,and not to me only but also to allwho have loved His
appearing.
1. What motivation did Timothy have to “preach the word”?
2. What does it mean to preach with “all longsuffering and
teaching”?
3. What will men seek for when they leave sound doctrine?
4. What is “the work of an evangelist”?
5. How could Timothy “fulfill” his ministry?
6. What did Paul look forward to at the end of his life?
7. What is the “Day” mentioned in verse 8?
8. What do you have to do to receive the same reward as
Paul?
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2 Timothy 4:9–22
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Paul’s Valedictory9 Be diligent to come to mequickly; 10 for
Demas hasforsaken me, having loved thispresent world, and has
departedfor Thessalonica—Crescens forGalatia, Titus for Dalmatia.11
Only Luke is with me. GetMark and bring him with you, forhe is
useful to me for ministry.12 And Tychicus I have sent toEphesus. 13
Bring the cloak that Ileft with Carpus at Troas whenyou come—and
the books,especially the parchments.14 Alexander the coppersmith
didme much harm. May the Lordrepay him according to his works.15
You also must beware of him,for he has greatly resisted ourwords.
16 At my first defense noone stood with me, but all forsookme. May
it not be charged againstthem. 17 But the Lord stood withme and
strengthened me, so thatthe message might be preachedfully through
me, and that all theGentiles might hear. And I wasdelivered out of
the mouth of thelion. 18 And the Lord will deliverme from every
evil work andpreserve me for His heavenlykingdom. To Him be glory
foreverand ever. Amen! 19 Greet Priscaand Aquila, and the household
ofOnesiphorus. 20 Erastus stayed inCorinth, but Trophimus I have
leftin Miletus sick. 21 Do your utmostto come before winter.
Eubulusgreets you, as well as Pudens,Linus, Claudia, and all
thebrethren. 22 The Lord Jesus Christbe with your spirit. Grace be
withyou. Amen.
1. Why did Demas forsake Paul?
2. What items did Paul request Timothy to bring to him?
3. How will the Lord reward Alexander the coppersmith?
4. Who stood with Paul at his “first defense”?
5. Who delivered Paul “out of the mouth of the lion”?
6. Where do we first read of Prisca and Aquila?
7. Who did Paul leave at Miletus?
8. What is the “spirit” referred to in verse 22?