1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 1

1 Timothy 1     How is Paul described as he introduces himself in this letter? vs. 1 How does Paul describe Timothy in this letter? vs. 2 What 3 greetings does Paul give to Timothy as he begins this letter? vs. 2 When Paul departed for Macedonia, where did he urge Timothy to remain at? vs. 3 What did Paul want Timothy to instruct certain men about in Ephesus? vs. 3 Name 3 Things What do myths and endless genealogies lead to? vs. 4 What is required to further the administration of God? vs.4 What was the "goal" of Paul's instruction? vs. 5 Name 3 things. Why did some men "stray from these things"? vs.6,7 Paul said that the "Law is good" when one uses it lawfully. (vs.8 ) He said we need to realize the fact that the "law" is not made for a "righteous" person. Who are the ones that he says the "law" is made for? vs. 9-11 - Name 14 Things Listed Paul thanks Christ Jesus our Lord for strengthening him and considering him faithful and putting him into service (vs.12). What was Paul's former way of life? vs.13 - Name 3 Things Why was Paul shown mercy for the things he had done previously? vs. 13 What was "more than abundant" for Paul when he placed his faith and love in Jesus? vs. 14 Paul said it was a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. What type of sinner did Paul describe himself to be? vs. 15 Why was Paul shown mercy being such a sinner as he was? vs. 16 Paul cannot help himself but to break out in praise to God for the grace that was shown to him. How did Paul describe our Lord when he praised Him? vs. 17 - Name 6 Things Timothy had previously received prophecies and now Paul is commanding him "by them" to "fight the good fight". How would Timothy fight the good fight? vs.19 What has happened to the ones who have rejected to keep faith and a good conscience? vs. 19 Who did Paul name that was among those who had been shipwrecked in regard to their faith, obviously by living in such a way that they did not have a good conscience? vs. 20 Part of Paul's tough love for them was to allow them to suffer the consequences of their wrong. What did he do in order that they be taught not to blaspheme? As you think back through this first chapter of the first letter from Paul to Timothy, how important is it that we keep a good conscience? How are you fighting the "good fight" of faith today? Give your summary statements, favorite verses, and post a prayer if you would like. Prayer Father God, I pray ...

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