The second letter to timothy is the sixteenth book in the new testament. Paul and timothy had many shared experiences, and he was very familiar with the challenges timothy faced, whether in ministry or in health 1 ti 5. In the collection of letters by the apostle to the gentiles, they differ from the others in form and contents. In contrast, most of pauls epistles were written to entire congregations. Commentaries on the these epistles can be either highly critical or devotional in nature. Second timothy is the second of pauls pastoral epistlesletters written to church leaders he knew. Headings throughout the following book of 1 timothy. Paul thinks about him as his own child in the faith. The book of 1st timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. Commentary on the book of 2 timothy 2 timothy 1 1paul, an apostle of christ jesus by the will of god, according to the promise of life in christ jesus, 2to timothy, my beloved son.
Now the spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons. The pastoral epistles are a group of three books of the canonical new testament. The letters to timothy and titus the pillar new testament. They are presented as letters from paul the apostle to timothy and to titus. Nearly 100 scholars from various church backgrounds and from several countries united states, canada, england, and australia participated in the creation of the nlt. Learn new testament bible 2 timothy books with free interactive flashcards. Book of first timothy overview insight for living ministries. Timothy probably came to trust in the lord jesus through paul. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary. Paul wrote to timothy to encourage him in his responsibility for overseeing the work of the ephesian church and possibly the other churches in the province of asia 1 timothy 1. Pauls address to timothy, and declaration of his affection for him, 14. Calvins commentary on timothy, titus, and philemon should not be ignored by anyone interested in those books or calvin himself. As the salutation indicates, paul is writing to timothy, a native of lystra in modern turkey.
A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of 1 timothy. Even if it is descriptive of the holy spirit, the point is that timothy should let the holy spirit work these qualities in his life. Commentary on timothy, titus, and philemon is another impressive commentary by calvin on several pauline epistles. The best outline is one you can remember, define, explain, and apply.
The letters to timothy and titus new international. They and timothy probably became christians when paul first went to the town called lystra acts 14. Timothy was one of the apostle pauls most trusted and constant companions. The book of 1 timothy was written by the apostle paul 1 timothy 1. The book of 1 st timothy is a pastoral epistle letter from paul to a church leader. Jun 21, 2017 12 timothy and titus are among the most personal and practical books in the new testament. The key personalities are the apostle paul and timothy. To understand it, we must learn it one book at a time. Three of the hardest books to preach through are the letters to timothy and titus. The next step is to enter your payment information. The apostle paul writes to instruct and encourage his faithful comrades timothy and titus, who are in.
Titus also received a pastoral epistle from paul, but timothy got two. Paul then went on to preach in macedonia, where he heard reports of timothys work at ephesus that prompted him to write 1 timothy, probably in ad 63. Further, this volume also contains informative notes from the editor. First and second timothy bible study 1 and 2 timothy. Buy the letters to timothy and titus new international commentary on the new testament by philip h. Choose from 500 different sets of new testament bible 2 timothy books flashcards on quizlet. Both early tradition and the salutations of the pastoral letters 1,2 timothy. While there is a difference in meaning, there may not be any difference in result. Bible commentary on 1 timothy introduction book introduction 1 timothyscofield reference notes old scofield 1917 edition. Intro to 1 timothy biblica the international bible society.
The pastoral epistles present difficult questions for the modern interpreter, including such matters as their authorship. The first of pauls final series of letterswhich along with 2 timothy and titus are called the pastoral epistles1 timothy offers practical and pastoral advice from the aging apostle paul to a young pastor named timothy working in the church at ephesus. The three letters, first and second timothy and titus, form a distinct group within the pauline corpus. This shows that they had a love and trust for each other. Paul refers to him as my son whom i love 1 corinthians 4. Clustered with 1 timothy and titus the other two pastoral epistles, it stands near the end of the pauline corpus, the collection of letters attributed to the apostle paul the books of romans through philemon. Study the bible online using commentary on 1 timothy 1 and more. He asks timothy to bring the warm coat that he had left in the town of troas. Even though the law of moses had ended, timothy was circumcised due to the work they would be doing among the jews. The author is paul who wrote it approximately 62 a. First timothy is the first of pauls pastoral epistlesletters written to church leaders he knew. He exhorts him to stir up the gift of god that is in him, and not to be ashamed of the testimony of the lord, 68. An exegetical and theological exposition of holy scripture the new american commentary lea, thomas, griffin, hayne p. The first epistle of paul to timothy, usually referred to simply as first timothy and often written.
Your credit card wont be charged until the trial period is over. He frequently offers his own translations of a passage, explaining the. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small group discussion, to help christians in general and church leaders in particular evaluate their own spiritual lives and the condition of their churches. The design of the gospel is answered, when sinners, through repentance towards god and faith in jesus christ, are brought to exercise christian love. Timothys father was greek, while his mother was a jewish christian.
What follows is an an organized and curated list of content. Study basics about bible books, people, dates, places, and content, and take webbased selftests. The thrust of the passage is pauls inspired teaching concerning men and womens roles and conduct within the church. The macarthur new testament commentary comes from the experience, insight, and wisdom of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and bible teachers of our day. Paul, too, knew that the time was close at hand when timothy, still young, would no longer have him to lean upon and look up to, and therefore would prepare him for it. The letters to timothy and titus new international commentary on. Paul had left timothy in the city of ephesus to steer certain men away from false doctrine and provide sound leadership. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small group discussion, to help christians in. Grace, mercy, and peace, from god our father and jesus christ our lord. First timothy presents the most explicit and complete instructions for church leadership and organization in the entire bible. Titus also received a pastoral epistle from paul, but timothy got two timothy has a special relationship with paul, and it shows. In the new testament, the second epistle of paul to timothy, usually referred to simply as.
Grace, mercy, and peace from god our father and jesus christ our lord. Best commentaries and books on 1 timothy logos bible software. Timothy was pauls protege, his child in the faith 1 ti 1. Calvin is regarded as one of the reformations best interpreters of scripture. Verse 5 for there is one god, one mediator also between god and men, himself man, christ jesus, as david lipscomb noted, the reference to jesus christ as a man is in the present tense, despite the fact of this having been written after the ascension of christ, indicating that our lord did not cease being a man when he rose from the dead and ascended to the right hand of god. In his first epistle to timothy, as we have seen, paul speaks of the latter times, and he depicts conditions that have long since been fulfilledconditions, however, which were still far in the future when he wrote. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. His account of the piety of timothys mother and grandmother, and the religious education they had given their son, 5. They are generally discussed as a group sometimes with the addition of the epistle to philemon and are given the title pastoral. Youre already logged in with your bible gateway account. This book gives us a good look at the challenges pastors face, but more importantly, how paul instructs timothy to deal with them. An argument of the book of 2 timothy related media. The first of pauls final series of letterswhich along with 2 timothy and titus are called the pastoral epistles1 timothy offers practical.
The apostle paul writes to instruct and encourage his faithful comrades timothy and titus, who are in the trenches of gospel ministry. General resources for 1 timothy the text this week. Timothy was converted during pauls 1 missionary journey. I typically default to the baker exegetical commentaries, but i couldnt find one for these books of the bible, so i had to go with my second choice. Since a commentary is a fundamental tool for the expositor or teacher who seeks to interpret and apply scripture in the church or classroom, the nac focuses on communicating the theological structure and content of each biblical book. Grace, mercy and peace from god the father and christ jesus our lord. The first epistle of paul to timothy, usually referred to simply as first timothy and often written 1 timothy, is one of three letters in the new testament of the bible often grouped together as the pastoral epistles, along with second timothy and titus. Up to 1,500 pastors a month need to read this column. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead.
The headings and subheadings make up an outline of the book. 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. He also wants timothy to bring his books and papers 2 timothy 4. Paul begins his second letter to timothy almost identically to the first, emphasizing his. Be here now, or remember, be here now, is a 1971 book on spirituality, yoga and meditation. The inductive training manual is a series of questions on each section of 1 timothy, designed for small group discussion, to.
The letter, traditionally attributed to the apostle paul, consists mainly of counsels to his younger colleague and delegate timothy regarding. Starting your free trial of bible gateway plus is easy. His mother, eunice, and grandmother, lois, both believed the gospel of christ 2 timothy 1. Commentary sections comprise periscopes of scripture e. These letters are often called the pastoral epistles, but theyre relevant for all christians, not just pastors. Here are a few ways you can utilize to minimize the risks associated with leading. Every book has a theme capable of being reduced to an outline. Commentary on the book of 2 timothy relevant bible teaching. Many of these same scholars are contributors to this commentary series. Headings throughout the following book of 2 timothy.
Chart of qualifications of church leaders 1 timothy 3. The design of the gospel is answered, when sinners, through repentance towards god and faith in. The letters to timothy and titus the pillar new testament commentary pntc yarbrough. The writers seek to illuminate both the historical meaning and contemporary significance of holy scripture. During pauls 2nd missionary journey, he revisited lystra and decided to take timothy with him in the work. An interesting link to the old testament in the book of 1 timothy is pauls citation of the basis for considering church elders to be worthy of double honor, and deserving of respect when it comes to being accused of wrongdoing 1 timothy 5. Read 1 timothy 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete.
Discussion questions on 1 and 2 timothy for classes and small groups appendix 2. If the various epistles which he wrote, and the various other books of the new testament be attentively examined, it will be found that each one is designed to accomplish an important object, and that. The cornerstone biblical commentary is based on the second edition of the new living translation 2007. He always interacts with other theologians, commentators, and portions of the bible when interpreting a particular passage. Click here for an exhaustive list of content on 1 timothy. It was written to give encouragement and leadership guidelines to a young pastor named timothy at the church in ephesus. Commentary on the book of 1 timothy relevant bible teaching. Timothy was the son of a gentile father and a jewish mother. All three suggest they were written late in pauls career. How does thanksgiving look to your and your family, congregation and community. This summary of the book of 1 timothy provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 1 timothy. General resources for 1 timothy check the scripture index for links and study resources pertaining to specific pericopes.