1 Timothy 1

Greeting

1 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the commandment of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. our Saviour, and Lord Jesus Christ, which is our hope; Salvation: Titus 1:3, 2 Peter 1:1, Jude 1:25. References Jesus: 1 Timothy 1:12, 1 Corinthians 1:1, 2 Corinthians 1:1, Galatians 1:1. References Lord: Acts 9:15. Hope: Colossians 1:27, 1 Peter 1:3 +5

2 Unto Timothy, my own son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God our Father and Jesus Christ our LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint.. Grace: Romans 1:7, Galatians 1:3, 2 Timothy 1:2, 2:1, 1 Peter 1:2. Faith: 1 Thessalonians 3:2, Titus 1:4. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 1:18 +3

Warning Against False Teachers

3 As I besought thee to abide still at Ephesus, when I went into Macedonia, that thou mightest charge some that they teach no other doctrine, Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 4:6, 4:11, 6:3, 2 John 1:7

4 Neither give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which minister questions, rather than godly edifying which is in faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1).: so do. References God: 1 Timothy 4:7. Faith: 1 Timothy 6:11, 6:20, 2 Timothy 2:22. Parallel theme: 2 Timothy 2:14, 4:4, Titus 1:14, 3:9, Hebrews 13:9, 2 Peter 1:16 +5

5 Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned: Faith: 1 Timothy 1:19, Galatians 5:22, 2 Timothy 1:5, 2:22. Good: 1 Peter 3:16, 3:21. Love: 1 Peter 1:22, 2 Peter 1:7. Parallel theme: Psalms 51:10, 2 Timothy 1:3 +5

6 From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling; Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 5:15, 2 Timothy 2:18, 4:10, Titus 1:10, 3:9

7 Desiring to be teachers of the law; understanding neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm. Word: 1 Timothy 6:4, Galatians 3:2, 3:5, 4:21. Parallel theme: Matthew 15:14, Romans 1:22, 2 Timothy 3:7, 2 Peter 2:12 +3

8 But we know that the lawLaw: νόμος (Nomos). The Greek nomos (νόμος) denotes law—particularly the Mosaic law. While believers are not under law but under grace (Romans 6:14), Christ fulfilled the law (Matthew 5:17) and wrote it on believers' hearts (Hebrews 8:10). is good, if a man use it lawfully; Word: Nehemiah 9:13, Romans 7:16, 7:22, Galatians 3:21, 2 Timothy 2:5. Good: Romans 7:18, 12:2 +2

9 Knowing this, that the law is not made for a righteousRighteous: δίκαιος (Dikaios). The Greek dikaios (δίκαιος) means righteous or just—conforming to God's standard. Christ's righteousness is imputed to believers through faith (Romans 4:5), making them legally righteous before God. man, but for the lawless and disobedient, for the ungodly and for sinners, for unholy and profane, for murderers of fathers and murderers of mothers, for manslayers, References God: Romans 1:30, Titus 1:16. Word: Romans 5:20, 6:14, Galatians 3:19, 5:23. Righteousness: 1 Peter 4:18. Parallel theme: Titus 3:3, Revelation 21:8, 22:15 +5

10 For whoremongers, for them that defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and if there be any other thing that is contrary to sound doctrine; Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 6:3, Leviticus 18:22, 20:13, Romans 1:26, 2 Timothy 4:3, Titus 1:9, Hebrews 13:4, Jude 1:7, Revelation 21:8, 21:27 +5

11 According to the glorious gospelGospel: εὐαγγέλιον (Euangelion). The Greek euangelion (εὐαγγέλιον) means good news or gospel—the message of salvation through Christ's death and resurrection. It's 'the power of God unto salvation' (Romans 1:16). of the blessed God, which was committed to my trust. References God: Romans 2:16, Titus 1:3. Faith: 2 Corinthians 4:4. Blessing: 1 Timothy 6:15. Parallel theme: Galatians 2:7

God's Mercy to Paul

12 And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that he counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry; References Christ: Acts 9:22, Philippians 4:13. References Jesus: Philippians 2:11. References Lord: Acts 9:15, 2 Timothy 4:17. Faith: 1 Corinthians 7:25. Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 4:1, Colossians 1:25 +3

13 Who was before a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and injurious: but I obtained mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief. Grace: Hebrews 4:16, 1 Peter 2:10. Parallel theme: Luke 23:34, Acts 3:17, 8:3, 9:13

14 And the grace of our LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint. was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus. Faith: 1 Thessalonians 1:3, 2 Timothy 1:13. Grace: Exodus 34:6, Romans 16:20, 1 Corinthians 15:10, 2 Corinthians 8:9, 13:14, 1 Peter 1:3. Love: 1 John 4:10 +4

15 This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to saveSave: σῴζω (Sozo). The Greek sozo (σῴζω) means to save—deliverance from sin, death, and judgment. 'Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved' (Acts 16:31). The word also encompasses physical healing and spiritual wholeness. sinners; of whom I am chief. Salvation: Matthew 1:21, Luke 19:10, John 12:47. Faith: John 1:12. Sin: Mark 2:17, Luke 5:32, John 1:29, 1 John 3:5. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 1:13, Matthew 20:28 +5

16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believeBelieve: πιστεύω (Pisteuo). The Greek pisteuo (πιστεύω) means to believe or trust—active reliance upon Christ. 'For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish' (John 3:16). on him to life everlasting. Grace: 1 Timothy 1:13, Isaiah 55:7, Ephesians 2:7. Faith: John 6:40, 20:31. Parallel theme: Isaiah 1:18, 43:25, Luke 7:47, 2 Peter 3:9, 3:15 +5

17 Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen. Kingdom: 1 Chronicles 29:11, Psalms 45:6, Matthew 6:13, Revelation 17:14, 19:6, 19:16. References God: Colossians 1:15. Glory: Romans 1:23, Jude 1:25, Revelation 19:1 +5

Charge to Timothy

18 This charge I commit unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mightest war a good warfare; Good: 1 Timothy 4:4, 2 Timothy 4:7. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 1:2, 4:14, 6:20, Philippians 2:22, 2 Timothy 1:2, Titus 1:4, Philemon 1:10 +4

19 Holding faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1)., and a good conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck: Faith: 1 Timothy 1:5, 3:9, Titus 1:9. Creation: 1 Corinthians 11:19, Hebrews 3:14, 1 John 2:19. Parallel theme: 1 Timothy 6:9, 2 Timothy 4:4, Revelation 3:8, 3:10 +5

20 Of whom is Hymenaeus and Alexander; whom I have delivered unto Satan, that they may learn not to blaspheme. Parallel theme: Acts 19:33, 1 Corinthians 11:32, 2 Thessalonians 3:15, 2 Timothy 2:17, Revelation 3:19