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