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1 & 2 Timothy
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The inscriptions on these monuments are from the second century a.d., and mention the cities of Lystra, Derbe and Iconium.
They are now located at the Archaeological Museum in Konya, Turkey.

“Then he came to Derbe and Lystra. And behold, a certain disciple was
there, named Timothy, the son of a certain Jewish woman who believed,
but his father was Greek. He was well spoken of by the brethren who
were at Lystra and Iconium” (Acts 16:1–2)

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 Introduction
“Then he came to Derbe and Lystra. And behold, a certain headings of Colossians (1:1) and of Philemon (1).
disciple was there, named Timothy, the son of a certain After the release he traveled with Paul and evidently
Jewish woman who believed, but his father was Greek. He was left at Ephesus to straighten out the tangle that
was well spoken of by the brethren who were at Lystra and had developed there, while Paul went on to visit the
Iconium. Paul wanted to have him go on with him. And he churches in Macedonia. At the end of Paul’s life he
took him and circumcised him because of the Jews who were joined him at Rome (II Tim. 4:11, 21), and himself
in that region, for they all knew that his father was Greek. suffered imprisonment (Heb. 13:23), from which he
And as they went through the cities, they delivered to them was later released.” (Merrill C. Tenney, New Testament
the decrees to keep, which were determined by the apostles Survey, p. 334)
and elders at Jerusalem. So the churches were strengthened
in the faith, and increased in number daily.” (Acts 16:1–5) Time and Place
The books of 1st and 2nd Timothy and Titus are “After Paul was acquitted by the Emperor and
usually referred to by the denominational world as the released from his first Roman imprisonment (a.d. 61),
“pastoral epistles.” They use this title because they do he resumed his missionary activities, accompanied
not understand the work of a “pastor.” I might prefer by Timothy, Titus, Luke, and possibly some others.
the phrase “evangelistic epistles,” for these three Contrary to his earlier thinking, he was able to return
books discuss the work of an evangelist in great detail. to Ephesus; there he left Timothy in charge while he
I have often suggested that every elder, deacon and moved on to Macedonia (I Tim. 1:3; cf. Acts 20:25,
preacher read these books at least once a month. A 37–38). Paul expected to rejoin Timothy at Ephesus,
constant reading of these epistles would give them the but he was not sure about the time of his arrival
courage and determination to “fight the good fight.” (3:14; 4:13). Thinking that he might be delayed longer
It is very common to find Christians who do not than he had expected, Paul thus wrote to Timothy
understand the work of an evangelist, elder or deacon. to encourage and to instruct him in his many tasks:
This lack of knowledge is the result of a lack of study. ‘But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou
Just as we use the book of Acts to find examples of oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which
conversion, we must use these three books as a pattern is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground
for elders and preachers. of the truth’ (3:15). The book therefore was written
from Macedonia about a.d. 62, although some have
Timothy’s Biography suggested either a.d. 63 or 64.” (Robert G. Gromacki,
“Timothy himself is an interesting study. Born in New Testament Survey, p. 295)
Lystra of a Greek father and of a Jewish mother, he
was brought up in the Jewish
faith and was taught the
Scriptures from childhood. Paul
made him an understudy in his
second journey (Acts 16:1–3),
and Timothy remained with
him ever after. He shared in the
evangelization of Macedonia and
Achaia and aided Paul during
the three years of preaching
at Ephesus, where he became
thoroughly acquainted with the
city and with the needs of the
local church. He was one of the
delegates appointed to Jerusalem
(20:4) and probably went with
Paul all the way back to that
city. He was with Paul in Rome
during the first imprisonment,
for his name appears in the

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 1 Timothy 1:1–11
Sound Doctrine
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1 From Paul, an apostle of Christ 1. What are the qualifications of an apostle?
Jesus by the command of God
our Savior and of Christ Jesus our
hope, 2 to Timothy, my genuine
child in the faith. Grace, mercy, 2. List the passages where Paul defend his apostleship?
and peace from God the Father
and Christ Jesus our Lord! 3 As I
urged you when I was leaving for
Macedonia, stay on in Ephesus 3. In what way was Timothy Paul’s child in the faith?
to instruct certain people not to
spread false teachings, 4 nor to
occupy themselves with myths
and interminable genealogies. 4. How would one give heed to interminable genealogies?
Such things promote useless
speculations rather than God’s
redemptive plan that operates
by faith. 5 But the aim of our 5. Who was the law made for?
instruction is love that comes from
a pure heart, a good conscience,
and a sincere faith. 6 Some have
strayed from these and turned 6. In 1 Timothy 1:10 Paul uses the phrase sound teaching. Can you find
away to empty discussion. 7 They where he used the following phrases? (A Bible concordance will help)
want to be teachers of the law, but
they do not understand what they a. “doctrines of devils”
are saying or the things they insist
on so confidently. 8 But we know b. “good doctrine”
that the law is good if someone
uses it legitimately, 9 realizing that c. “my doctrine”
law is not intended for a righteous
person, but for lawless and d. “profitable for doctrine”
rebellious people, for the ungodly
and sinners, for the unholy e. “adorn the doctrine”
and profane, for those who kill
their fathers or mothers, for
murderers, 10 sexually immoral 7. There are at least three other New Testament passages which give a
people, practicing homosexuals, catalog of various sins. Where are they?
kidnappers, liars, perjurers—in
fact, for any who live contrary to
sound teaching. 11 This accords
with the glorious gospel of the 8. How was the gospel committed to Paul’s trust?
blessed God that was entrusted to
me.

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 1 Timothy 1:12–20
Paul’s Former Conduct
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12 I am grateful to the one who 1. Why did the Lord extend mercy to Paul?
has strengthened me, Christ Jesus
our Lord, because he considered
me faithful in putting me into
ministry, 13 even though I was 2. In verse 15 we find the first of four trustworthy sayings in 1st and 2nd
formerly a blasphemer and a Timothy and Titus, can you find the other three?
persecutor, and an arrogant man.
But I was treated with mercy
because I acted ignorantly in
unbelief, 14 and our Lord’s grace 3. In what way is Paul an example for us?
was abundant, bringing faith and
love in Christ Jesus. 15 This saying
is trustworthy and deserves full
acceptance: “Christ Jesus came 4. Why did Paul consider himself the worst of sinners?
into the world to save sinners”—
and I am the worst of them!
16 But here is why I was treated
with mercy: so that in me as 5. What charge did Paul give to Timothy?
the worst, Christ Jesus could
demonstrate his utmost patience,
as an example for those who are
going to believe in him for eternal 6. What are the prophecies referred to in verse 18?
life. 17 Now to the eternal king,
immortal, invisible, the only God,
be honor and glory forever and
ever! Amen. 18 I put this charge 7. How could one make shipwreck of the faith?
before you, Timothy my child, in
keeping with the prophecies once
spoken about you, in order that
with such encouragement you
may fight the good fight. 8. How were Hymenaeus and Alexander handed over to Satan?
19 To do this you must hold firmly
to faith and a good conscience,
which some have rejected and so
have suffered shipwreck in regard 9. In what other New Testament letter do we read of someone being
to the faith. 20 Among these delivered or handed over to Satan?
are Hymenaeus and Alexander,
whom I handed over to Satan to
be taught not to blaspheme.

See Acts 9:1–22

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 1 Timothy 2:1–15
Prayer And Supplication
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1 First of all, then, I urge that 1. What elements should be included in our prayers? (cf. Matt 6:5–15)
requests, prayers, intercessions,
and thanks be offered on behalf
of all people, 2 even for kings
and all who are in authority, 2. What should we pray for?
that we may lead a peaceful and
quiet life in all godliness and
dignity. 3 Such prayer for all is
good and welcomed before God 3. What is the purpose of a intermediary?
our Savior, 4 since he wants all
people to be saved and to come
to a knowledge of the truth. 5
For there is one God and one 4. In what way was Christ our ransom?
intermediary between God and
humanity, Christ Jesus, himself
human, 6 who gave himself as a
ransom for all, revealing God’s 5. Explain the command of lifting up holy hands.
purpose at his appointed time.
7 For this I was appointed a
preacher and apostle—I am telling
the truth; I am not lying—and a 6. What is the context in which a woman is to wear suitable apparel?
teacher of the Gentiles in faith
and truth. 8 So I want the men
to pray in every place, lifting
up holy hands without anger or 7. Is it sinful for a woman to wear gold or expensive clothing?
dispute. 9 Likewise the women
are to dress in suitable apparel,
with modesty and self-control.
Their adornment must not be 8. In what Scriptural ways may a woman teach?
with braided hair and gold or
pearls or expensive clothing, 10
but with good deeds, as is proper
for women who profess reverence 9. How is a woman delivered through childbearing?
for God. 11 A woman must learn
quietly with all submissiveness.
12 But I do not allow a woman to
teach or exercise authority over a
man. She must remain quiet. 13
For Adam was formed first and
then Eve. 14 And Adam was not
deceived, but the woman, because
she was fully deceived, fell into
transgression. 15 But she will be
delivered through childbearing,
if she continues in faith and love
and holiness with self-control.

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 1 Timothy 3:1–13
Overseers And Deacons
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1 This saying is trustworthy: “If 1. There are several terms used to describe overseers. What are these other
someone aspires to the office terms, and where are they located in the New Testament?
of overseer, he desires a good
work.” 2 The overseer then must
be above reproach, the husband
of one wife, temperate, self- 2. How can you tell if a man has the following qualities?
controlled, respectable, hospitable,
an able teacher, 3 not a drunkard, a. “hospitable”
not violent, but gentle, not
contentious, free from the love
of money. 4 He must manage his b. “an able teacher”
own household well and keep his
children in control without losing
his dignity. 5 But if someone c. “free from the love of money”
does not know how to manage
his own household, how will he
care for the church of God? 6 He
must not be a recent convert or d. “manage his own household”
he may become arrogant and fall
into the punishment that the devil
will exact. 7 And he must be well e. “keep his children in control”
thought of by those outside the
faith, so that he may not fall into
disgrace and be caught by the f. “well thought of by those outside the faith”
devil’s trap. 8 Deacons likewise
must be dignified, not two-faced,
not given to excessive drinking,
not greedy for gain, 9 holding to 3. What qualifications, if any, do you believe are often overlooked or
the mystery of the faith with a minimized?
clear conscience. 10 And these also
must be tested first and then let
them serve as deacons if they are
found blameless. 11 Likewise also 4. What is meant by the phrase “holding to the mystery of the faith with a
their wives must be dignified, not clear conscience”?
slanderous, temperate, faithful in
every respect. 12 Deacons must
be husbands of one wife and
good managers of their children 5. Define the word deacon.
and their own households. 13 For
those who have served well as
deacons gain a good standing for
themselves and great boldness in 6. How are elders and deacons to be tested first?
the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

7. Compare the list of qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 with the list in

Titus 1:5–9. Compile a complete list of these qualifications.

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 1 Timothy 3:14–4:5
A Great Mystery And Apostacy
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14 I hope to come to you soon, but 1. What did Paul have reference to in 1 Timothy 3:15 when he spoke of how
I am writing these instructions to you should “conduct yourself in the household of God”?
you 15 in case I am delayed, to
let you know how people ought
to conduct themselves in the
household of God, because it is 2. In what way is the church “the support and bulwark of the truth”?
the church of the living God, the
support and bulwark of the truth.
16 And we all agree, our religion
contains amazing revelation: 3. Verse 16 mentions six events in the life of Christ—find where these
He was revealed in the flesh, events are recorded.
vindicated by the Spirit, seen
by angels, proclaimed among a. “revealed in the flesh”
Gentiles, believed on in the world,
taken up in glory. 4:1 Now the b. “vindicated by the Spirit”
Spirit explicitly says that in the
later times some will desert the c. “seen by angels”
faith and occupy themselves
with deceiving spirits and d. “proclaimed among Gentiles”
demonic teachings, 2 influenced
by the hypocrisy of liars whose e. “believed on in the world”
consciences are seared. 3 They
will prohibit marriage and f. “taken up in glory”
require abstinence from foods
that God created to be received
with thanksgiving by those who 4. Name the two demonic teachings mentioned in chapter four.
believe and know the truth. 4 For
every creation of God is good and
no food is to be rejected if it is
received with thanksgiving. 5 For 5. What religious groups practice these demonic doctrines today?
it is sanctified by God’s word and
by prayer.

6. How are unclean foods made clean (cf. Rom 14:1–9)?

7. Are there any foods a Christian may not eat today?

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 1 Timothy 4:6–5:2
A Faithful Minister
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6 By pointing out such things to 1. Give an example of “myths fit only for the godless and gullible.”
the brothers and sisters, you will
be a good servant of Christ Jesus,
having nourished yourself on the
words of the faith and of the good 2. How can one exercise themselves to godliness?
teaching that you have followed.
7 But reject those myths fit only
for the godless and gullible, and
train yourself for godliness. 3. How is God the “Savior of all people, especially of believers”?
8 For “physical exercise has some
value, but godliness is valuable
in every way. It holds promise
for the present life and for the 4. What was the reason for warning Timothy to “let no one look down on
life to come.” 9 This saying is you because you are young”?
trustworthy and deserves full
acceptance. 10 In fact this is why
we work hard and struggle,
because we have set our hope 5. In what six ways was Timothy to be an example?
on the living God, who is the
Savior of all people, especially of
believers. 11 Command and teach
these things. 12 Let no one look 6. What is the gift mentioned in 1 Timothy 4:14?
down on you because you are
young, but set an example for the
believers in your speech, conduct,
love, faithfulness, and purity. 7. How did Timothy receive this gift?
13 Until I come, give attention to
the public reading of scripture, to
exhortation, to teaching. 14 Do not
neglect the spiritual gift you have, 8. What was Timothy to be absorbed in?
given to you and confirmed by
prophetic words when the elders
laid hands on you. 15 Take pains
with these things; be absorbed in 9. What does it mean to “be conscientious about how you live and what
them, so that everyone will see you teach”?
your progress. 16 Be conscientious
about how you live and what you
teach. Persevere in this, because
by doing so you will save both 10. How would Timothy’s perseverance save others?
yourself and those who listen to
you. 5:1 Do not address an older
man harshly but appeal to him as
a father. Speak to younger men 11. How was Timothy to regard older men? Younger men? Older women?
as brothers, 2 older women as Younger women?
mothers, and younger women as
sisters—with complete purity.

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 1 Timothy 5:3–16
Honoring Worthy Widows
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3 Honor widows who are truly 1. Who has the first responsibility to care for widows in need?
in need. 4 But if a widow has
children or grandchildren,
they should first learn to fulfill
their duty toward their own 2. How does one provide for his own?
household and so repay their
parents what is owed them.
For this is what pleases God. 5
But the widow who is truly in 3. How old must a widow be before she can be taken into the regular care
need, and completely on her of the church?
own, has set her hope on God
and continues in her pleas and
prayers night and day. 6 But the
one who lives for pleasure is dead 4. What kind of woman must the widow be before the church is charged
even while she lives. 7 Reinforce with her care?
these commands, so that they
will be beyond reproach. 8 But if
someone does not provide for his
own, especially his own family, he 5. What advice did Paul give to younger widows?
has denied the faith and is worse
than an unbeliever. 9 No widow
should be put on the list unless
she is at least sixty years old, was 6. What were the younger widows to avoid?
the wife of one husband, 10 and
has a reputation for good works:
as one who has raised children,
practiced hospitality, washed the 7. Compare the phrase “the wife of one husband” (1 Tim 5:9) with the
feet of the saints, helped those qualifications for an elder in Titus 1:6, “the husband of one wife.”
in distress—as one who has
exhibited all kinds of good works.
11 But do not accept younger
widows on the list, because their
passions may lead them away
from Christ and they will desire to
marry, 12 and so incur judgment
for breaking their former pledge.
13 And besides that, going around
from house to house they learn to
be lazy, and they are not only lazy,
but also gossips and busybodies,
talking about things they should
not. 14 So I want younger women
to marry, raise children, and
manage a household, in order to
give the adversary no opportunity
to vilify us. 15 For some have
already wandered away to follow
Satan. 16 If a believing woman has
widows in her family, let her help
them. The church should not be
burdened, so that it may help the
widows who are truly in need.

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 1 Timothy 5:17–25
Honor To Godly Elders
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17 Elders who provide effective 1. How does an elder provide effective leadership?
leadership must be counted
worthy of double honor,
especially those who work hard
in speaking and teaching. 18 For 2. What is the double honor mentioned in verse 17?
the scripture says, “Do not muzzle
an ox while it is treading out the
grain,” and, “The worker deserves
his pay.” 19 Do not accept an 3. What does verse 18 refer to? Where are these words quoted from?
accusation against an elder unless
it can be confirmed by two or
three witnesses. 20 Those guilty of
sin must be rebuked before all, as 4. How was Timothy to receive an accusation against an elder?
a warning to the rest.
21 Before God and Christ Jesus
and the elect angels, I solemnly
charge you to carry out these 5. What was Timothy to do with an elder who was guilty of sin?
commands without prejudice or
favoritism of any kind. 22 Do not
lay hands on anyone hastily and
so identify with the sins of others. 6. How is it possible to share in the sins of others? Give a few examples.
Keep yourself pure. 23 (Stop
drinking just water, but use a little
wine for your digestion and your
frequent illnesses.) 24 The sins of 7. What was Timothy to do about his illness?
some people are obvious, going
before them into judgment, but
for others, they show up later.
25 Similarly good works are also 8. How do some sins precede men to the judgement?
obvious, and the ones that are not
cannot remain hidden.

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 1 Timothy 6:1–10
Beware Of Greed
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1 Those who are under the yoke 1. What is the obligation of a slave?
as slaves must regard their
own masters as deserving of
full respect. This will prevent
the name of God and Christian 2. What are the characteristics of those who will not consent to sound
teaching from being discredited. words?
2 But those who have believing
masters must not show them less
respect because they are brothers.
Instead they are to serve all the 3. How was Timothy to treat these false teachers?
more, because those who benefit
from their service are believers
and dearly loved. Teach them
and exhort them about these 4. What is godliness combined with contentment? How is it possible?
things. 3 If someone spreads false
teachings and does not agree with
sound words (that is, those of
our Lord Jesus Christ) and with 5. What did we bring into this world?
the teaching that accords with
godliness, 4 he is conceited and
understands nothing, but has an
unhealthy interest in controversies 6. What will we leave this world with?
and verbal disputes. This gives
rise to envy, dissension, slanders,
evil suspicions, 5 and constant
bickering by people corrupted in 7. What kind of temptations and snares will those who desire to be rich fall
their minds and deprived of the into? (cf. Prov 30:7–9)
truth, who suppose that godliness
is a way of making a profit. 6
Now godliness combined with
contentment brings great profit. 8. What is the love of money?
7 For we have brought nothing
into this world and so we cannot
take a single thing out either. 8
But if we have food and shelter, 9. How will a man stab himself with many sorrows?
we will be satisfied with that.
9 Those who long to be rich,
however, stumble into temptation
and a trap and many senseless
and harmful desires that plunge
people into ruin and destruction.
10 For the love of money is the
root of all evils. Some people in
reaching for it have strayed from
the faith and stabbed themselves
with many pains.

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 1 Timothy 6:11–21
The Good Confession
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11 But you, as a person dedicated 1. What six things was Timothy to pursue?
to God, keep away from all that.
Instead pursue righteousness, a.
godliness, faithfulness, love,
endurance, and gentleness. b.
12 Compete well for the faith
and lay hold of that eternal life c.
you were called for and made
your good confession for in the d.
presence of many witnesses. 13 I
charge you before God who gives e.
life to all things and Christ Jesus
who made his good confession f.
before Pontius Pilate, 14 to obey
this command without fault or 2. How can we lay hold on eternal life?
failure until the appearing of our
Lord Jesus Christ 15 —whose
appearing the blessed and only
Sovereign, the King of kings 3. How did Christ witness a good confession before Pilate?
and Lord of lords, will reveal
at the right time. 16 He alone
possesses immortality and lives in
unapproachable light, whom no 4. How can one establish a good confession?
human has ever seen or is able to
see. To him be honor and eternal
power! Amen. 17 Command
those who are rich in this world’s 5. What does God live in?
goods not to be haughty or to
set their hope on riches, which
are uncertain, but on God who
richly provides us with all things 6. What was Timothy commanded to tell the rich?
for our enjoyment. 18 Tell them
to do good, to be rich in good
deeds, to be generous givers,
sharing with others. 19 In this way 7. What was committed to Timothy’s trust?
they will save up a treasure for
themselves as a firm foundation
for the future and so lay hold of
what is truly life. 20 O Timothy, 8. What was Timothy to avoid?
protect what has been entrusted
to you. Avoid the profane chatter
and absurdities of so-called
“knowledge.” 21 By professing it,
some have strayed from the faith.
Grace be with you all.

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 2 Timothy 1:1–7
Timothy’s Early Life
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1 From Paul, an apostle of Christ 1. Where is the promise of life located? (cf. Eph 1:3).
Jesus by the will of God, to further
the promise of life in Christ Jesus,
2 to Timothy, my dear child.
Grace, mercy, and peace from 2. In what way was Timothy a dear child to Paul?
God the Father and Christ Jesus
our Lord! 3 I am thankful to God,
whom I have served with a clear
conscience as my ancestors did, 3. Paul said he served God with a clean conscience. Did this mean God had
when I remember you in my always accepted Paul’s service?
prayers as I do constantly night
and day. 4 As I remember your
tears, I long to see you, so that I
may be filled with joy. 5 I recall 4. How did Timothy receive his faith?
your sincere faith that was alive
first in your grandmother Lois
and in your mother Eunice, and
I am sure is in you. 6 Because 5. How did Timothy receive God’s gift? (cf. Acts 8:18).
of this I remind you to rekindle
God’s gift that you possess
through the laying on of my
hands. 7 For God did not give us 6. What type of spirit has God given us?
a Spirit of fear but of power and
love and self-control. a.

b.

c.

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 2 Timothy 1:8–18
Not Ashamed Of The Gospel
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8 So do not be ashamed of the 1. How could Timothy share in Paul’s sufferings?
testimony about our Lord or of
me, a prisoner for his sake, but by
God’s power accept your share of
suffering for the gospel. 9 He is 2. How has God called us? (cf. 2 Thes 2:14).
the one who saved us and called
us with a holy calling, not based
on our works but on his own
purpose and grace, granted to us 3. What did God establish in Christ before time began?
in Christ Jesus before time began,
10 but now made visible through
the appearing of our Savior
Christ Jesus. He has broken the 4. How did Christ bring life and immortality to light?
power of death and brought life
and immortality to light through
the gospel! 11 For this gospel I
was appointed a preacher and 5. What three works was Paul appointed to?
apostle and teacher. 12 Because
of this, in fact, I suffer as I do.
But I am not ashamed, because I
know the one in whom my faith 6. Who was the One in whom Paul’s faith was set? What does this mean?
is set and I am convinced that
he is able to protect what has
been entrusted to me until that
day. 13 Hold to the standard of 7. What is the standard of sound words?
sound words that you heard from
me and do so with the faith and
love that are in Christ Jesus. 14
Protect that good thing entrusted 8. How does the Holy Spirit live in us?
to you, through the Holy Spirit
who lives within us. 15 You know
that everyone in the province
of Asia deserted me, including 9. How had some in Asia treated Paul?
Phygelus and Hermogenes. 16
May the Lord grant mercy to the
family of Onesiphorus, because he
often refreshed me and was not 10. Onesiphorus had often refreshed Paul. Find the two other verses where
ashamed of my imprisonment. Paul was refreshed.
17 But when he arrived in Rome,
he eagerly searched for me and
found me. 18 May the Lord grant
him to find mercy from the Lord
on that day! And you know very
well all the ways he served me in
Ephesus.

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 2 Timothy 2:1–13
A Good Soldier Of Christ
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1 So you, my child, be strong in 1. What was Timothy to entrust to faithful men?
the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
2 And entrust what you heard me
say in the presence of many others
as witnesses to faithful people 2. What three occupations did Paul compare Timothy’s work to?
who will be competent to teach
others as well. 3 Take your share a.
of suffering as a good soldier of
Christ Jesus. 4 No one in military b.
service gets entangled in matters
of everyday life; otherwise he will c.
not please the one who recruited
him. 5 Also, if anyone competes
as an athlete, he will not be 3. How could a soldier get entangled in matters of everyday life?
crowned as the winner unless he
competes according to the rules.
6 The farmer who works hard
ought to have the first share of the 4. How did Paul suffer hardship as a criminal?
crops. 7 Think about what I am
saying and the Lord will give you
understanding of all this.
8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised 5. Why did Paul endure all things?
from the dead, a descendant of
David; such is my gospel,
9 for which I suffer hardship to
the point of imprisonment as a 6. How do we die with Christ?
criminal, but God’s message is
not imprisoned! 10 So I endure all
things for the sake of those chosen
by God, that they too may obtain 7. How will we reign with Christ? What other verse speaks of this idea?
salvation in Christ Jesus and its
eternal glory. 11 This saying is
trustworthy: If we died with him,
we will also live with him. 12 If 8. When will Christ deny some people? What other verse speaks of this?
we endure, we will also reign with
him. If we deny him, he will also
deny us. 13 If we are unfaithful,
he remains faithful, since he
cannot deny himself.

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 2 Timothy 2:14–26
Useful For The Master
&
14 Remind people of these things 1. What was Timothy to remind the brethren of?
and solemnly charge them before
the Lord not to wrangle over
words. This is of no benefit; it just
brings ruin on those who listen. 2. What would make Timothy a worker who does not need to be ashamed?
15 Make every effort to present
yourself before God as a proven
worker who does not need to be
ashamed, teaching the message 3. What were Hymenaeus and Philetus guilty of?
of truth accurately. 16 But avoid
profane chatter, because those
occupied with it will stray further
and further into ungodliness, 4. In what other passage do we read of the sin of Hymenaeus?
17 and their message will spread its
infection like gangrene. Hymenaeus
and Philetus are in this group.
18 They have strayed from the truth 5. How were Hymenaeus and Philetus able to undermine the faith of some?
by saying that the resurrection
has already occurred, and they
are undermining some people’s
faith. 19 However, God’s solid 6. What four things was Timothy to pursue?
foundation remains standing,
bearing this seal: “The Lord knows a.
those who are his,” and “Everyone
who confesses the name of the Lord b.
must turn away from evil.” 20 Now
in a wealthy home there are not c.
only gold and silver vessels, but
also ones made of wood and of clay, d.
and some are for honorable use, but
others for ignoble use.
21 So if someone cleanses himself 7. What was Timothy to reject?
of such behavior, he will be a vessel
for honorable use, set apart, useful
for the Master, prepared for every
good work. 22 But keep away from 8. How are we to correct opponents?
youthful passions, and pursue
righteousness, faithfulness, love,
and peace, in company with others
who call on the Lord from a pure
heart. 23 But reject foolish and
ignorant controversies, because
you know they breed infighting.
24 And the Lord’s slave must not
engage in heated disputes but be
kind toward all, an apt teacher,
patient, 25 correcting opponents
with gentleness. Perhaps God will
grant them repentance and then
knowledge of the truth 26 and they
will come to their senses and escape
the devil’s trap where they are held
captive to do his will.
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 2 Timothy 3:1–9
Men Of Corrupt Minds
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1 But understand this, that in 1. When are the last days spoken of in 2 Timothy 3:1?
the last days difficult times will
come. 2 For people will be lovers
of themselves, lovers of money,
boastful, arrogant, blasphemers, 2. In 2 Timothy 3:2–4 Paul mentions many of the sins worldly men are
disobedient to parents, ungrateful, often guilty of. Which of these sins are often minimized?
unholy, 3 unloving, irreconcilable,
slanderers, without self-control,
savage, opposed to what is good,
4 treacherous, reckless, conceited, 3. What sins would be involved in the word unloving?
loving pleasure rather than loving
God. 5 They will maintain the
outward appearance of religion
but will have repudiated its 4. How could one have an outward appearance of religion but repudiate its
power. So avoid people like these. power?
6 For some of these insinuate
themselves into households and
captivate weak women who are
overwhelmed with sins and led 5. Who are the weak women mentioned in 2 Timothy 3:6?
along by various passions.
7 Such women are always
seeking instruction, yet never
able to arrive at a knowledge of 6. How could one be “always seeking instruction, yet never able to arrive
the truth. 8 And just as Jannes at a knowledge of the truth”?
and Jambres opposed Moses, so
these people—who have warped
minds and are disqualified in the
faith–also oppose the truth. 9 But 7. Who were Jannes and Jambres, and how did they resist Moses?
they will not go much further, for
their foolishness will be obvious
to everyone, just like it was with
Jannes and Jambres. 8. How will ungodly men have their foolishness be made known to
everyone?

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 2 Timothy 3:10–17
Given By Inspiration
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10 You, however, have followed 1. What nine things in Paul’s life did Timothy know about?
my teaching, my way of life, my
purpose, my faith, my patience, a.
my love, my endurance, 11 as well
as the persecutions and sufferings b.
that happened to me in Antioch,
in Iconium, and in Lystra. I c.
endured these persecutions and
the Lord delivered me from them d.
all. 12 Now in fact all who want to
live godly lives in Christ Jesus will e.
be persecuted. 13 But evil people
and charlatans will go from bad to f.
worse, deceiving others and being
deceived themselves. 14 You, g.
however, must continue in the
things you have learned and are h.
confident about. You know who
taught you 15 and how from i.
infancy you have known the holy
writings, which are able to give
you wisdom for salvation through 2. Where do we have a full report of Paul’s work at Antioch, Iconium and
faith in Christ Jesus. 16 Every Lystra?
scripture is inspired by God and
useful for teaching, for reproof,
for correction, and for training in
righteousness, 17 that the person 3. What will all who live godly lives in Christ Jesus receive?
dedicated to God may be capable
and equipped for every good
work.
4. What are the holy writings mentioned in 2 Timothy 3:15, and how could
they give Timothy wisdom for salvation?

5. What four things is God’s word useful for?

a.

b.

c.

d.

6. Who is the person dedicated to God and how are they made capable and
equipped for every good work?

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 2 Timothy 4:1–8
Preach The Message!
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1 I solemnly charge you before 1. What motivation did Timothy have to preach the message?
God and Christ Jesus, who is
going to judge the living and
the dead, and by his appearing
and his kingdom: 2 Preach the 2. What does it mean to preach with complete patience and instruction?
message, be ready whether it
is convenient or not, reprove,
rebuke, exhort with complete
patience and instruction. 3 For 3. What will men seek for when they leave sound teaching?
there will be a time when people
will not tolerate sound teaching.
Instead, following their own
desires, they will accumulate 4. According to this passage, what is an evangelist’s work?
teachers for themselves, because
they have an insatiable curiosity
to hear new things. 4 And they
will turn away from hearing the 5. How could Timothy fulfill his ministry?
truth, but on the other hand they
will turn aside to myths. 5 You,
however, be self-controlled in
all things, endure hardship, do 6. What did Paul look forward to at the end of his life?
an evangelist’s work, fulfill your
ministry. 6 For I am already being
poured out as an offering, and
the time for me to depart is at 7. What is the day mentioned in verse 8?
hand. 7 I have competed well; I
have finished the race; I have kept
the faith! 8 Finally the crown of
righteousness is reserved for me. 8. What do you have to do to receive the same reward as Paul?
The Lord, the righteous Judge,
will award it to me in that day—
and not to me only, but also to all
who have set their affection on his
appearing.

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 2 Timothy 4:9–22
Paul’s Valedictory
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9 Make every effort to come to 1. Why did Demas desert Paul?
me soon. 10 For Demas deserted
me, since he loved the present
age, and he went to Thessalonica.
Crescens went to Galatia and 2. What items did Paul request Timothy to bring to him?
Titus to Dalmatia. 11 Only Luke is
with me. Get Mark and bring him
with you, because he is a great
help to me in ministry. 12 Now 3. How will the Lord reward Alexander the coppersmith?
I have sent Tychicus to Ephesus.
13 When you come, bring with
you the cloak I left in Troas with
Carpas and the scrolls, especially 4. Who stood with Paul at his first defense?
the parchments. 14 Alexander
the coppersmith did me a great
deal of harm. The Lord will repay
him in keeping with his deeds. 15 5. Who delivered Paul from the lion’s mouth?
You be on guard against him too,
because he vehemently opposed
our words. 16 At my first defense
no one appeared in my support; 6. Where do we first read of Prisca and Aquila?
instead they all deserted me—
may they not be held accountable
for it. 17 But the Lord stood by
me and strengthened me, so that 7. Who did Paul leave at Miletus?
through me the message would
be fully proclaimed for all the
Gentiles to hear. And so I was
delivered from the lion’s mouth! 8. What is the spirit referred to in verse 22?
18 The Lord will deliver me from
every evil deed and will bring me
safely into his heavenly kingdom.
To him be glory for ever and ever!
Amen. 19 Greetings to Prisca
and Aquila and the family of
Onesiphorus. 20 Erastus stayed
in Corinth. Trophimus I left ill in
Miletus. 21 Make every effort to
come before winter. Greetings to
you from Eubulus, Pudens, Linus,
Claudia, and all the brothers and
sisters. 22 The Lord be with your
spirit. Grace be with you.

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