Sunday, February 19, 2012

1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 3




1 Timothy 3    

  1. What does Paul say about any man who aspires to the office of overseer in the church? vs. 1
  2. Name the 16 characteristics that an overseer should have. vs.2-7
  3. Why is it important that the overseer manage his own household well? (vs.4,5)
  4. Why is it important that he not be a new convert? vs. 6
  5. Why is it important that he have a good reputation with those outside of the church? vs. 7
  6. What characteristics did Paul tell Timothy the deacons should have? vs.8-10,also vs.12 - Name 11 things
  7. What was required of every man before they were ordained as a deacon of the church? vs. 10
  8. What characteristics were the women to have who would serve as deaconesses or wives of deacons? vs. 11 Name 4 things
  9. What did Paul say that the deacons who served well would obtain for themselves? vs. 13 - Name 2 things
  10. Paul was writing to Timothy, hoping to come to him before much longer. (vs.14). What was his purpose in writing to him in case he was delayed his visit? vs. 15
  11. What did Paul call the church of the living God? vs. 15 - Name 2 things
  12. What is the common confession and great mystery of godliness that Paul reminded Timothy of? vs. 16 - Name 6 Things about the Lord Jesus.
  13. As you think back on today's chapter, think of the people who serve in leadership positions where you attend church or where you know people who are leaders to some degree in their church settings. Do you believe that the church is failing us sometime in not vetting leadership as they should according to the Scriptures? What kind of impact would it be to our young people if the leadership were truly of these highest qualities that Paul said they need to be.
  14. How will this chapter effect your life? Please summarize and post a prayer if you like.


Prayer


Father God, I pray ...
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