Expositional Excerpts

In 1 Timothy 1:15 we saw that 1) The Gospel Purpose can be distilled into one saying. Now, in 1:16 we learn that 2) The Gospel Purpose points to the Savior, not to man. There are two sub-points to this: a) A proper understanding of the Gospel begins with mercy; and b) A proper understanding of the Gospel recognizes the true actor.

Today, when we look at 1 Timothy 1:15 we can ask the question "Why Does God Save?" This verse shows us the purpose of the Gospel, which can be examined in three different aspects: 1) The Reliability of the Gospel saying. 2) The Content of the Gospel Saying. 3) The Personal Appropriation of the Gospel saying.

In 1 Timothy 1:12-14 we see A Picture of Radical Transformation. Here, we see how the Gospel connects to false teaching in that properly understood, it changes lives. These verses teach us the power of the Gospel. In v. 12 we saw that 1) The Power for True Gospel Ministry Comes from God.  Now in v. 13 we learn that 2) The Power of God is displayed in Mercy. Finally, in v. 14 we see that 3) The Pow...

In 1 Timothy 1:12-14 we see A Picture of Radical Transformation. Here, we see how the Gospel connects to false teaching in that properly understood, it changes lives. These verses teach us the power of the Gospel. In v. 12 we see that 1) The Power for True Gospel Ministry Comes from God.

1 Timothy 1:8-11 addresses the Scope of the Law. This is important because the aforementioned false teachers were make bold assertions about the Law and were found to be mishandling it. However, does their negligence of the Law mean that it is bad or doesn't have a use? To use Paul's words: "By no means!" The Law, properly understood and applied is good and that's what we add...

1 Timothy 1:8-11 addresses the Scope of the Law. This is important because the aforementioned false teachers were make bold assertions about the Law and were found to be mishandling it. However, does their negligence of the Law mean that it is bad or doesn't have a use? To use Paul's words: "By no means!" The Law, properly understood and applied is good and that's what we add...

1 Timothy 1:8-11 addresses the Scope of the Law. This is important because the aforementioned false teachers were make bold assertions about the Law and were found to be mishandling it. However, does their negligence of the Law mean that it is bad or doesn't have a use? To use Paul's words: "By no means!" The Law, properly understood and applied is good and that's what we add...

In today's episode we continue a discussion of 1 Tim. 1:3-7 which addresses the dangers of false teachers. In vv. 3-4 we looked at 1) The importance of addressing false teachers. In v. 5 we saw 2) The motive in addressing false teaching. Then, in v. 6 we looked at 3) The trajectory of false teachers. Finally, we now see in v. 7 4) The reality of false teachers.

In today's episode we continue a discussion of 1 Tim. 1:3-7 which addresses the dangers of false teachers. In vv. 3-4 we looked at 1) The importance of addressing false teachers. Then, in v. 5 we saw 2) The motive in addressing false teaching. Now, in v. 6 we look at 3) The trajectory of false teachers.

In today's episode we continue a discussion of 1 Tim. 1:3-7 which addresses the dangers of false teachers. In vv. 3-4 we looked at 1) The importance of addressing false teachers. Now, in v. 5 we see 2) The motive in addressing false teaching.

In today's episode we continue a discussion of 1 Tim. 1:3-7 which addresses the dangers of false teachers. In vv. 3-4 we started examining 1) The importance of addressing false teachers. We previously covered a) The idea of the Mentor/friend to a trusted disciple in the ministry and b) The meaning of "remain." Today, we look at c) The Purpose of the apostolic exhortation.

In today's episode we begin a discussion of 1 Tim. 1:3-7 which addresses the dangers of false teachers. In vv. 3-4 we start examining 1) The importance of addressing false teachers. In this episode we cover a) The idea of the Mentor/friend to a trusted disciple in the ministry and b) The meaning of "remain."

In 1 Tim. 1:1 we looked at 1) The Author of the epistle - the Apostle Paul. Now, in 1 Tim. 1:2 we see 2) The Recipient - Timothy and 3) The Greeting.

In today's episode we finish looking at the opening verse of 1 Timothy by discussing an important grammatical connection to the Apostolic Office, as well as, the command that Paul received for apostleship, that it comes from God our Savior and Christ Jesus, our hope.

In today's episode we begin discussing the first verse of this epistle, noting that the author identifies himself as Paul. Furthermore, he identifies himself as an apostle, so we also have a discussion on the Apostolic Office of the NT.

In Acts 16:1-5 we noticed the following to be introduced to 1 Timothy. 1) The Geography (v. 1a) 2) The Genealogy (v. 1b) 3) The General Reception (v. 2) 4) The Gentile Problem (vv. 3-5) Now, as we continue in Acts 16:6-12 and following (all the way through Acts 20) we notice two other aspects that help introduce us to the letter: 5) The Guidance of the Holy Spirit (16:6ff) 6) The Ephesian Ministry...

We look to Acts 16:1-5 to be introduced to Timothy and to discover the context of this letter. We consider 1) The Geography (v. 1a) 2) The Genealogy (v. 1b) 3) The General Reception (v. 2) 4) The Gentile Problem (vv. 3-5)

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learned that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. In vv. 15-21 we learned that 2) Major life changes provide a unique testing ground for faith to be proved. Finally, in vv. 22-26 we see that 3) The death of a believer who is still waiting for the promise provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith.

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learned that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Now, in vv. 15-21 we are learning that 2) Major life changes provide a unique testing ground for faith to be proved. In vv. 15-17a we saw that a) Past sin may provide a temptation to manipulate the situation. Now, in vv. 17b-21 we see that b) Mature faith is strengthened even when...

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learned that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Now, in vv. 15-21 we learn that 2) Major life changes provide a unique testing ground for faith to be proved. In vv. 15-17a we see that a) Past sin may provide a temptation to manipulate the situation.

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learn that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Under this heading we learned that a) Upon the realization of imminent death a believer has the chance to demonstrate faith again. In v. 33 we see b) Death visits all who are under the curse of sin – believers are not exempt. In v. 50:1 we learn that c) Death serves as a painful rem...

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learn that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Under this heading we learned that a) Upon the realization of imminent death a believer has the chance to demonstrate faith again. In v. 33 we see b) Death visits all who are under the curse of sin – believers are not exempt. In v. 50:1 we learn that c) Death serves as a painful rem...

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learn that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Under this heading we learned that a) Upon the realization of imminent death a believer has the chance to demonstrate faith again. In v. 33 we see b) Death visits all who are under the curse of sin – believers are not exempt. Now, in v. 50:1 we learn that c) Death serves as a painfu...

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learn that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Under this heading we learned that a) Upon the realization of imminent death a believer has the chance to demonstrate faith again. Now, in v. 33 we see b) Death visits all who are under the curse of sin – believers are not exempt.

In vv. 49:29-50:14 we learn that 1) The death of a believer provides a last opportunity to demonstrate faith in God. Under this heading we begin the discussion learning that a) Upon the realization of imminent death a believer has the chance to demonstrate faith again.