Timothy

Theme: Paul exhorts Timothy to urge the rich in the church to do what is eternal with their riches.

Theme: The accountability we bear before a holy God is the motivation for earnestness in ministry.

Theme: Paul sets before Timothy the godly necessity of seeking contentment and shunning covetousness.

Theme: Paul warns Timothy about one of the most dangerous forms ‘ungodliness’ in daily living—that of deviating from God’s revealed truth.

Theme: Timothy is instructed to exhort believers to faithfully honor those for whom they work.

Theme: Timothy is given personal advice in dealing with the people in various areas of ministry in the church.

Theme: Timothy is given instruction in providing ‘pastoral care’ for those in church leadership.

Theme: Paul shares his heart with Timothy about the disciplines of life and ministry that ought to characterize the faithful preacher of gospel truth.

Theme: The pastor needs to exemplify a family love to all the saints—but with care according to what is appropriate for each.

Theme: A good minister of the Gospel keeps his focus on the things that are truly important.