Series: I Timothy for Beginners
Paul's Teaching on Slavery
By: Mike Mazzalongo Posted: December, 2018
Mike reviews the issue of slavery in the ancient times in order to give context to Paul's teaching regarding slaves in his letter to Timothy.
Discussion Questions
- What is the relevancy of Paul's teachings today concerning masters and slaves?
- How does the slavery/master issue (I Timothy 6:1-2) relate to Christians' attitude towards rulers?
- Describe slavery in the Old Testament period.
- Describe slavery in the New Testament period.
- Describe slavery in the first century church.
- What is our task as citizens in God's Kingdom?