Series:   I Timothy for Beginners
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The Care of Widows

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: December, 2018
In this section of his letter, Paul will move away from instruction on doctrinal matters and provide guidance on not only the care of widows in the church but also which women were eligible for the church's assistance.
Discussion Questions
  1. What is the relationship between Paul's teaching from I Timothy 5:1-2 and his instructions in Titus 2:1-5 and how do these apply to each of us?
  2. What is the relationship between Paul's instruction for widows in I Timothy 5:3-4 and what James teaches in James 1:26-27?
  3. Defend the following statement:
    • "Being a faithful Christian means you care for your family members in need."
  4. What are some lessons we can learn from Paul's instruction to Timothy concerning the church's responsibility to provide for widows; why is it important for the church to be active in this area; how does this relate to Paul's teachings in Galatians 6:10 and the early church's activities seen in Acts 2:42-47?
  5. What are some modern applications for caring for widows and what other ministry opportunities relate to this?
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