Paul's Personal Witness

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: October, 2018
Before continuing his charge to Timothy, Paul shares his own witness of salvation through Christ.

Discussion Questions
  1. From I Timothy 1:1-11, what does Paul set out to accomplish?
  2. Explain Paul's reasons for his humility in being selected for his role as an apostle for Christ (I Timothy 1:12-13).
  3. How is Paul an example of how no matter how zealous we are for service to God, it is not enough?
  4. Restate I Timothy 1:15-17 in your own words as if you were explaining it to someone.
  5. What three words does Paul use to describe God and how do they apply to us?
  6. What does Paul mean when he states to "entrust" in I Timothy 1:18-19 and how does that relate to our role today?
  7. From the text, discuss some reasons given to "discipline" someone in the church. How does this relate to the teachings of Jesus from Matthew 18:15-20 and I Corinthians 5:1-13?
  8. How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?
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