Bible Study
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1 Timothy 6.11–16 The Ultimate Confession
We confess that we are followers of Jesus. Then, no doubt, our confession should also follow that of Jesus, even if it pierces us. 11 But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. ‘All this’ refers to ‘unhealthy interest in controversies and quarrels about words that Continue reading
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1 Timothy 6.7–10 Peculiar Contentment
What is our contentment as Christians? How does it differ from other religions or worldviews? I would like to invite you to define your own contentment. 7 For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. This verse echoes Job 1:21, “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked Continue reading
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1 Timothy 6.3–6 What Sort of Gain?
Paul, our strict and consistent teacher, begins to conclude his letter. What is the one thing you would like to gain from this letter? Let us also begin to summarise our thoughts. 2b These are the things you are to teach and insist on. Here begin the summary and conclusion of the letter. 3 If anyone Continue reading
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1 Timothy 6.1–2 Godly Treatment
Today’s passage is the last part of strategy number three on how to reflect God’s desire for all people. 1All who are under the yoke of slavery should consider their masters worthy of full respect, so that God’s name and our teaching may not be slandered. In line with ‘the elders who direct the affairs Continue reading
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1 Timothy 5.22–25 Be Purified
Paul’s urge for Timothy is not just a good piece of advice but a heartfelt, desperate, and stern admonishment for a leader and a believer. Nothing may lag behind. 22 Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, and do not share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure. By context, it must Continue reading
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1 Timothy 5.19–21 Making a Case
Today’s passage is about dealing with accusations. What is God’s principle in this? To what extent should you punish, and to what end? 19 Do not entertain an accusation against an elder unless it is brought by two or three witnesses. ‘Entertain an accusation’ in the sense of to ‘give attention or consideration to (an idea Continue reading
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1 Timothy 5.16–18 Allocation
How do you prioritise your tasks? Is it ‘the most immediately urgent things first’? Consider Paul’s words to Timothy today and pray that we may do this wisely. 16 If any woman who is a believer has widows in her care, she should continue to help them and not let the church be burdened with them, Continue reading
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1 Timothy 5.11–15 Babylon vs Wilderness
Through the expression of marriage, Paul once again teaches Timothy the one thing he should look to when shepherding the Ephesian congregation. Continue reading
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1 Timothy 5.9–10 Criterion
Today’s short passage is about who should be on the list of poor relief recipients. Reading these words, watch how your mind travels out searching, but make sure it comes back to the first and foremost point. 9 No widow may be put on the list of widows unless she is over sixty, has been faithful Continue reading
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1 Timothy 5.5–8 The Widow and the Fatherless
Today’s devotion is rather personal, but I hope it brings to life a little the ideas surrounding the term ‘widow’ in the Bible. 5 The widow who is really in need and left all alone puts her hope in God and continues night and day to pray and to ask God for help. As discussed in Continue reading
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