1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 6

1 Timothy 6     Slavery was practiced in Biblical times. I read that about 1/2 of the population of the Roman empire were those in slavery. When a person became a Christian, they had the newfound freedom in Christ that set them free from their sin and their sin nature, but they were still slaves in a social sense and had an obligation to continue to serve their masters "unto" the Lord. Why did Paul tell Timothy that the slaves were to regard their own masters as worthy of all honor? vs. 1 What instruction did Paul give to Timothy in regard to those who had "believers" as their masters? vs. 2 It might have been a temptation to feel that a "brother" in Christ was your "equal" rather than your "master", but they needed to understand that the role of authority was to still be honored. What does the doctrine of the Lord Jesus Christ ask us to conform to? vs.3 If anyone disagrees with the doctrine conforming to "godliness", what characteristics did Paul tell Timothy they would display? vs. 3-5 - Name 11 things In verse 5, it says that those who disagreed with the sound words of Jesus Christ, thought that godliness was a means of gain (in their interpretation of it). How does Paul explain to Timothy that godliness can actually "be" a great gain to a believer? vs. 6 What are we to be content with? vs. 7,8 In reference to the subject of "contentment", what did Paul tell the Philippians that he had learned about being content? Read Philippians 4:11-14 and share your thoughts. What happens to those who want to get "rich"? vs.9-10 - Name 7 things Paul told Timothy to flee (run) from these things. Being a man of God, what was Timothy to pursue (run after)? vs.11 - Name 6 things What did Paul encourage Timothy to "fight" for? vs. 12 What did Paul tell Timothy to take "hold" of? vs. 12 When Timothy was called to salvation, what did he do? vs. 12 Therefore, what is Paul "charging" Timothy to do ... in the "presence of God" who gives life to all things, ... and in the presence of "Christ Jesus", who testified the good confession before Pontius Pilate? vs.13-14 To understand the things that Jesus 'confessed' about Himself being "The Christ" to Pontius Pilate, read John 18:33-38, 19:10-11. Summarize what you learn from this. Paul told Timothy to keep the commandment of teaching these principles without stain or reproach until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ, which He will bring about at the proper time. (vs.14) Paul breaks forth in praise of His coming. \o/ ... What does he proclaim about the Lord Jesus Christ? vs.15-16 - Name 11 Things After the pause for praise, Paul returns to the subject of riches. What is Timothy to instruct the rich about in this present world ? vs. 17-18 - List 8 Things What does God richly supply us with? vs. 17 What will storing our treasures in heaven bring about for us on earth and in the life to come? vs. 19 What does Paul want Timothy to guard? vs. 20 What is Timothy to avoid? vs. 20 - Name 3 Things What happened to some of those who believed false teaching to be knowledge? vs. 20 What is Paul's powerful last words to his son in the faith, Timothy? vs. 21 As you think about this chapter, how are you doing in the department of "contentment"? Remember that Paul said we should be content with food and clothing. If we learn the secret, as Paul did, of being content in all circumstances, then our godliness will have "great gain" in this life and in the life to come. Summarize your thoughts and post a prayer if you desire. Think back on the subjects covered in this first letter to Timothy from Paul. It would be profitable to make a list of those things you want to remember from the letter; maybe your favorite verses. I am praying for each of you, and ask that you please remember to pray for me as well. Note: These letters are written close to the end of Paul's life. We will see a very intimate exchange to his son of faith, Timothy, in the 2nd and last letter Paul wrote. Don't miss it. Prayer Father God, I pray ...

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1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 5

1 Timothy 5     How did Paul tell Timothy to appeal to the older men? vs. 1 How did he say to appeal to the younger men? vs. 1 How did he say to appeal to the older women? vs. 2 How did he say to appeal to the younger women? vs. 2 Paul told Timothy to honor widows who are widows indeed. If however, they have children or grandchildren, who should be the ones to care for their widowed mother or grandmother and why? vs.3-4 For those in the church who were widows indeed who did not have others to take care of them, who would they fix their hope on and what would they do night and day? vs. 5 If a widow gives herself to wanton pleasure instead, what condition is she in? vs. 6 Why should Timothy prescribe these things to the church? vs. 7 Referring back to family members who have a widow to care for, what does Paul say they are like if they do not provide care for her? vs. 8 In order for the church to put a widow on their list to take care of, what were the characteristcs she should have? vs.9-10 . Name 5 things. Why did Paul say that Timothy should not put the younger widows on the church 'care list'? vs.11-12 To keep the younger women from being idle and busybodies, what did Paul prefer that they do so the enemy would not have an occasion to bring reproach on them? vs. 13-14 If any woman who is a believer has dependent widows, she must assist them so the church would not be burdened. This would help the church be able to better assist those who were widows indeed. (vs.16) What are the elders who rule well and work hard at preaching/teaching considered to be worthy to receive from the members? vs. 17-18 What should be in place before the church should ever receive an accusation against an elder? vs.19 If an elder has been sinning, and the proper things have been done, but he continues to sin, what should be done and why? vs. 20 Who does Paul have in his presence as he solemnly charges Timothy to maintain these principles without bias and partiality? vs. 21 - Name 3 in his presence. Why does Paul warn Timothy not to lay hands upon one too hastily for leadership positions? vs. 22 Timothy had stomach problems and frequent ailments. What did Paul suggest that he do for medicinal purposes? vs. 23 What does Paul remind Timothy about concerning the sins of men? vs. 24,25 As you think upon this chapter, what should a woman be investing her life in so that she is honored when she is older and possibly becomes a widow needing to be cared for? Do you believe your church cares for widows as they should? Do you believe your church gives double honor to those who work hard at preaching and teaching the Word? How can you make a difference in these areas? Take time to summarize the chapter and post a prayer if you would like. Prayer Father God, I pray ...

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1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 4

1 Timothy 4     What does the Spirit say will happen in later times? vs. 1 What will cause some to fall away from the faith? vs. 1 Who will teach these doctrines of demons? vs. 1,2 What 2 things are given as examples of things they will forbid? vs. 3 What does God say about all things that He has created to eat? vs. 3-5 How are we to receive our food? vs. 4 How is our food sanctified by God? vs. 5 .... Does this explain why we say "grace" at meals? What did Paul say to Timothy in regard to pointing out these things to the church? vs.6 - Name 3 things What are we to have 'nothing' to do with? vs. 7 What should we discipline ourselves in and what will it profit us? vs. 7-9 Why did Paul and Timothy "labor and strive" to deliver the Gospel to others and to teach them these godly principles of life? vs. 10-11 Paul told Timothy not to "let" anyone look "down" on his youthfulness. Instead, what was he to show himself an "example" of? vs. 12 - Name 5 things What did Paul tell Timothy to give attention to until he came to him again? vs. 13 - Name 3 things What was Timothy not to "neglect"? vs. 14 How serious was Timothy to take all that Paul was telling him to do? vs. 15 Paul told Timothy to pay close attention to himself and to his teaching. He told him to persevere in these things. What would he ensure for himself and others that listened to him in this way? vs. 16 Do you feel that you take pain to be absorbed in the things of God? Do you work on your godly disciplines as much or more than you do your bodily disciplines? How will reading this chapter effect your way of life from this point forward? Give summary statements of today's reading and post a prayer if you would like. Prayer Father God, I pray ...

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1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 3

1 Timothy 3     What does Paul say about any man who aspires to the office of overseer in the church? vs. 1 Name the 16 characteristics that an overseer should have. vs.2-7 Why is it important that the overseer manage his own household well? (vs.4,5) Why is it important that he not be a new convert? vs. 6 Why is it important that he have a good reputation with those outside of the church? vs. 7 What characteristics did Paul tell Timothy the deacons should have? vs.8-10,also vs.12 - Name 11 things What was required of every man before they were ordained as a deacon of the church? vs. 10 What characteristics were the women to have who would serve as deaconesses or wives of deacons? vs. 11 Name 4 things What did Paul say that the deacons who served well would obtain for themselves? vs. 13 - Name 2 things 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 What did Paul call the church of the living God? vs. 15 - Name 2 things What is the common confession and great mystery of godliness that Paul reminded Timothy of? vs. 16 - Name 6 Things about the Lord Jesus. 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. 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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1 Timothy Worksheet - Chapter 2

 

1 Timothy 2     What 4 things did Paul say should be made on behalf of all men? vs. 1 What is the purpose for praying for kings and all who are in authority positions over us? vs. 2 - Name 3 things What does God desire happen to all mankind? vs. 3,4 - Name 2 things How is Jesus described by Paul in this letter? vs.5,6 What 3 ministry titles does Paul give himself in explaining his calling to the Gospel of Jesus Christ? vs. 7 How does Paul instruct the men to pray in every place? Vs. 8 Name 3 ways given How does Paul instruct women to clothe themselves? vs. 9,10 A woman is to quietly receive instructon in church. What is she not allowed to excercise over a man and what reason does Paul give for it? vs.11- 14 What 3 areas does Paul emphasis that a woman continue in if she is to be preserved through bearing children? vs. 15 My notes: Paul was instructing Timothy for the church in Ephesus about women in this way. We need to remember that they had the statue of Diana (Artemis) there and their culture was to worship her and they were told she had fell from heaven. There was a feminist type movement there for sure and he needed to make sure the women did not try to usurp the authority of the men, but that they realized how Eve was deceived through the serpent because of how a woman is 'wired' to be easily convinced at times through emotions, etc. verse 12 should read more like this. "I do not allow a woman to teach or proclaim herself to be the author (or creator) of Man" because they were truly backwards at putting the woman before the man in their culture and needed this teaching to correct them. I thought it would be good for us to see how Paul instructed the church at Corinth in regard to women and the gifts of the spirit, and to look at some examples of women in ministry in the New Testament so that we can get a proper balance of what is being indicated and what could easily be taken out of context, etc. So, if you would like look up a few more verses and comment about them below: When Paul told the women to cover their heads when they prayed; it was also when they were: _________ (see 1 Corinthians 11:5). What kind of gift is that? Would a woman need to "speak out loud" if she had that gift? Would it be in a church setting? I would like us to look at a husband-wife team in the Scriptures. Do you remember Aquilla & Priscilla? They are mentioned about 6 times in the New Testament. They were considered co-workers in the Gospel with Paul. They had a church that met in their home. At one time, the two of them took Apollos aside and taught him a more excellent way in regard to the Gospel. If you would like, you are welcome to look up some references to them. Here are the verses I found: Acts 18:2 - Acts 18:18 - Acts 18:26 - Romans 16:3 - 2 Timothy 4:19 - 1 Corinthians 16:9 - We know that there is Lydia who was meeting with women at the river for prayer. When she heard the gospel and opened her heart to believe, she also opened her home for meetings. She was a very prominent lady of the day. Acts 16:13-15 and Acts 16:40 Another one we can look at is a woman deacon (or deaconess) by the name of Phoebe of the church at Cenchrea. Romans 16:1 Also for the record, what kind of ministry did Philip's four daughters have? Acts 21:8 Lastly, how does Paul refer to the two women named Euodia & Syntyche in Philippians 4:2? What was the prophecy given by the prophet Joel and repeated by Peter on the day of Pentecost when the Holy Spirit was given to the church? Acts 2:16-18 How can we balance out all the verses and still see that a woman is positionally subject to the man and the man to Christ in the headship of the home and yet under proper authority, women are blessed to use their spiritual gifts and callings in the same way as men are? Share your heart on this after investigating the Scriptures. Looking back over the entire chapter, prayer is the emphasis, and then we are given the instructions to the men and women in the services there. What verses spoke to your heart and how would you summarize what you have learned today? Post a prayer if you would like. Prayer Father God, I pray ...

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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