1 Timothy

Guard the Gospel, Part 1 (1 Timothy 1:1-2; 3:14-16)

Christians have a mission that is rooted in the grace, mercy, and peace that is received from God the Father and Christ Jesus.

Guard the Gospel, Part 2 (1 Timothy 1:3-11)

As the church, God has entrusted to us the glorious gospel, and we must use it to confront false teaching - not with anger, but with love, truth, and courage.

Guard the Gospel, Part 3 (1 Timothy 1:12-17)

The good news of the gospel is that God's grace has the power to transform anyone and we should celebrate this good news!

Guard the Gospel, Part 4 (1 Timothy 1:18-20)

We must faithfully guard the gospel with courage, keeping faith and a good conscience, or risk rejecting the truth which leads to spiritual ruin.

Order in the Church, Part 1 (1 Timothy 2:1-7)

Because there is one God and one Mediator, the church must be marked by prayer, godliness, and gospel proclamation to all people.

Order in the Church, Part 2 (1 Timothy 2:8-15)

God has designed distinct yet complementary roles for men and women in the worship and leadership of the church.

Leaders in the Church, Part 1 (1 Timothy 3:1-13)

The overseer must be a man of proven character so that he can lead God's household with integrity.

Leaders in the Church, Part 2 (1 Timothy 3:1-13)

The deacon must have the character and faithfulness God requires to serve within the church.

The Church's Mission (1 Timothy 3:14-16)

The Bride of Christ is to display the truth of Christ and the person of Christ.

Guarding Against Apostasy, Part 1 (1 Timothy 4:1-5)

The world will always distort God's truth and God's good creation - but the birth of Jesus is God's answer: the Word made flesh who reveals truth, affirms the goodness of creation, and begins the work of making things holy again.

Guarding Against Apostasy, Part 2 (1 Timothy 4:6-10)

Because Christ has come, our hope is alive - so we live godly, purposeful, and confident lives in Him.

Guarding Against Apostasy, Part 3 (1 Timothy 4:11-16)

The Christian life is not about trying something new for a season, but committing to faithful obedience that shapes a lifetime.

Relationships in the Household of God, Part 1 (1 Timothy 5:1-16)

In God's household, we honor one another as family and care wisely for widows in ways that reflect the gospel and protect the church's witness.

Relationships in the Household of God, Part 2 (1 Timothy 5:17-25)

Church leaders who serve faithfully are to be honored and supported, accusations against them must be handled with fairness and care, sin must be addressed openly when necessary, and appointments to leadership should be made wisely, recognizing that character will ultimately be revealed.

Relationships in the Household of God, Part 3 (1 Timothy 6:1-2a)

Following Christ means honoring Him in our daily walk while refusing to treat any human being as disposable. The gospel creates a people who live for Christ and defend the dignity of every life as made in the image of God.

Godliness and Contentment, Part 1 (1 Timothy 6:2b-10)

The love of money doesn't just harm individuals - it corrupts doctrine, leadership, and the church.

Godliness and Contentment, Part 2 (1 Timothy 6:11-21)

Christians are called to flee evil, pursue Christlike character, fight the good fight of faith, use wealth with humility and generosity, and faithfully guard the gospel entrusted to them.