1 Timothy

Paul writes to his younger co-worker Timothy, leading the church in Ephesus. He gives guidance on false teaching, prayer, worship, church leaders and caring for widows, and urges Timothy to fight the good fight of faith.

Author

The apostle Paul

Written

About AD 62 to 64

Chapters

1. 11 Timothy 1Paul warns against false teachers and thanks God for his mercy: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the worst.”
2. 21 Timothy 2Pray for everyone, including rulers. There is one mediator between God and people, Christ Jesus. Instructions about worship.
3. 31 Timothy 3Qualifications for overseers and deacons. The mystery of godliness.
4. 41 Timothy 4Some will abandon the faith. Train yourself in godliness, and don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young.
5. 51 Timothy 5Care for widows, respect elders, and treat people like family.
6. 61 Timothy 6Godliness with contentment is great gain. The love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Fight the good fight of faith.