Forty is reckoned old for a captain in the army, young for a bishop, very young for a Prime Minister. Timothy is supposed to be a role model. Searchable Online Bible with Study Resources. Hence we learn, that they act a foolish and absurd part, who complain that no honor is paid to them, while they have nothing about them that is worthy of applause, but, on the contrary, expose themselves to contempt, both by their ignorance, and by a detestable example of life, or by levity or other abominations. The Greek word translated "prayer" in 1 Timothy 4:5 (enteuxis) means "petition" (cf. In his words as well as by his actions, by his love for people and his trust in God, and by his moral cleanness he should provide an example of godliness. What is the main theme or “melodic line” for 2 Timothy (1:7-8; 2:3-4; 3:14-15; 4:5-7)? ch1). ., p104. Advocates of asceticism are still with us today, as Paul wrote they would be. It is, however, only fair to say that on this point the view of Origen appears to have been different. These, in such a life as that of the young presiding elder of the Ephesian Church, must have been of the deepest importance. Verses 6-16. In allowing marriages and eating all kinds of food Paul was not advocating undisciplined Christian living. [Note: Robertson, 4:582. 1 Timothy 1 Commentary - William Barclay's Daily Study Bible.pdf - Free download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free. 1 Timothy 4:12. The teaching was novel and opposed to the maxims which guided and influenced the old world. The apostle selected three essential spiritual priorities, out of many that he could have chosen, in 1 Timothy 4:6-10. Field supports this by an exact parallel from Diodorus Siculus. Roman Catholicism, Seventh-Day Adventism, and some cults, to name a few advocates, have promoted this false teaching. He must make it the one great business of his life." ], "trustworthy statement" Paul referred to here seems to have been what he had just said (, "Savior" has led most interpreters to conclude that he was describing God"s work of providing eternal salvation here as in, "Paul advises his readers to concentrate on the basics: steady nourishment from the Word of God, pursuit of the godly life in the Spirit and the priority of mission.". ., p105.]. Timothy should not become embroiled in refuting the fables of these false teachers ( 1 Timothy 1:4) that have a certain appeal, but only as curiosities. Sermons From 1 Timothy. ., p102. The notion of deacons functioning as a "board" is never mentioned in the Bible. To eat without giving thanks is base ingratitude. Version 2.4 introduces a new feature: dark mode.Setting dark mode changes the colour scheme, so the background colour is dark – nearly black – and the text is pale. "It is the first duty of a minister to display in his own life that which he wishes his people to be.". âOf those who believeâ: This statement can either mean, âBe an example to the world of what a Christian should beâ, or âbe an example to the believersâ. A. âPurity is clean thinking and talking and livingâ (Reese p. 183). Likewise there may be physical reasons why in individual cases marrying may not be wise or desirable (e.g, passing on genetic defects, the demands of a particular ministry, etc.). This is where many ministers have failed tragically. Cf. "It is the first duty of a minister to display in his own life that which he wishes his people to be." Timothy should not grow slack but should keep up the good work he had begun. “In those times,” says Grotius, “presbyters were accustomed to be what their name signifies, “Do not let anyone ignore what you say just because you are young. Timothy cannot âcommandâ people to listen to him or respect him, rather, he must live in such a way that their respect is earned. Pray for all people, for national leaders, and for all in authority in various positions in life. The Judaistic false teachers in Ephesus, by a perverted gospel and the teaching that salvation was only for Jews and Gentile proselytes to Judaism, would have certainly restricted evangelistic praying. to stand away) and the noun he used to describe their action (apostasia, defection, apostasy) do not answer this question. These are the first two of10 imperatives in 1 Timothy 4:11-16. ., p325.] Dillow, pp126-27. —To be avoided by a perfectly circumspect conduct. Paul, an apostle by the will of God — See 1 Corinthians 1:1-5; according to the promise of life — Appointed to exhibit, by preaching the gospel, and to bring men to, eternal life, promised by God to all true believers; in — And through; Christ Jesus — Who hath revealed and procured it. Eph. hebrews 4 commentary 1 Timothy 4:12 - Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe. Read 2 Timothy 1:1-18 again in a more literal or more dynamic translation than you usually use. . (See Moulton and Milligan, Expositor, vi., viii. Evidently Timothy needed some prodding to make him more assertive. 1 Timothy 1:18-19). Their own spiritual lives suffer, and their churches suffer, because these men are not devoting themselves wholly to their ministry. The leader"s personal life and public ministry4:6-16. Hymenaeus and Alexander, who were evidently fellow workers with Paul and possibly elders in the Ephesian church, denied truth regarding the resurrection ( 1 Timothy 1:20; 2 Timothy 2:17) and vigorously opposed Paul"s teaching ( 1 Timothy 1:20; 2 Timothy 4:14). As a comparatively young man Timothy may have felt reluctant to instruct the elders in the Ephesian congregation, who were probably older than he. Paul promised that no one in the church would discredit his teaching ministry if he backed it up with a godly lifestyle. 1 Timothy 6:10 Commentary. [Note: Towner, The Letters . The only way of procuring reverence is, by excellent virtues, to guard ourselves against contempt. Whether Paul referred to a special revelation he had received by the Holy Spirit or simply to previously revealed revelation ("the Spirit explicitly says") we cannot determine for sure. 2 We always thank God for all of you and continually mention you in our prayers. Nevertheless God has approved the institution of marriage. Most people regarded older people with great respect in his culture. 1 Timothy 4:12-16 Sample Illustration on 1 Timothy 4:15 - In Hampton Court near London, there is a grapevine under glass; it is about 1,000 years old and has but one root which is at least two feet thick. "Paul advises his readers to concentrate on the basics: steady nourishment from the Word of God, pursuit of the godly life in the Spirit and the priority of mission." These refer to Timothy’s public life; while love, faith and purity refer to his private life, in reference to which they are found in conjunction in 1 Timothy 2:15. âShow yourselfâ, that is, keep on becoming an example. The blessed Founder of the religion is described by Tertullian, who lived in the same century with those who must have conversed with Christâs disciples, as âhaving no human beauty, much less any celestial splendour.â Clement of Alexandria, Justin Martyr, and other very early writers, join in the same testimony. While he is watching over others, the pastor must keep an eye on himself." These fables are godless and worthless. The leader"s personal life and public ministry4:6-16. In charity.âBetter rendered, in love. . [Note: Guthrie, p97.] At this time Timothy must have been very young; for, several years after, when appointed to superintend the Church at Crete, he appears to have been then so young that there was a danger of its operating to the prejudice of his ministry: 1 Timothy 4:12, Let no man despise thy youth. Ð½Ñ Ð¢Ð¸Ð¼Ð¾ÑÐµÑ Ð² ÑÑÐ¸Ñ ÑÑеÑÐ°Ñ ÐºÐ¾Ð¼Ð¿ÐµÐ½ÑиÑовала его молодоÑÑÑ. If they see that his manner of life, his love, his faith and his purity is superior to theirs they will soon despise him no longer. To give thanks for a meal or our marriage and then complain about it is inconsistent. 1 Timothy 5:7; 1 Timothy 6:2; 2 Timothy 2:2; 2 Timothy 2:14; Titus 2:15). They believed the development of the inner man was more important. ., p317.] 2 Peter 1:1-11). We must remember that we have no information about Timothy’s age when he joined St. Paul’s company. In conversation. [Note: Towner, 1-2Timothy . The church leaders were probably all older than he was, and there was a real danger that they (or the false teachers especially) would look down on him. Cf1Samuel9:13; "point out," a very mild approach, the truth about God"s good gifts that Paul had just articulated. In purity.âChastity of mind as well as body is here signified. anastrophe. A faithful servant of Christ must pass along the truth God has revealed without distortion. Colossians 2:16-17). While it is true that God does this, Paul"s use of "Savior" has led most interpreters to conclude that he was describing God"s work of providing eternal salvation here as in 1 Timothy 2:4 (cf. "Exhortation" describes the explanation and application of the text the preacher reads (i.e, the expository sermon; cf. Paul called on Timothy here to remember that event, or those events, and the responsibility that was his in view of that special revelation (cf. But be an example of the believers (78) He next informs him what are the true ornaments; not external marks, such as the crosier, the ring, the cloak, and such like trifles, or childrenâs rattles; but soundness of doctrine and holiness of life. E. The problem of apostasy in the church4:1-5, In this pericope Paul reminded Timothy of the apostasy that Jesus Christ had foretold to equip him to identify and deal with it. (Thanksgiving for the Thessalonians’ Faith. "aphistemi, apostasia, dichostasia," by Heinrich Schlier, 1 (1964):512-13.] Nothing is more convincing to others than a genuine life. Anyone under fifty years old was “just a kid.” Compare. By his example and speech, Timothy must remove any barrier to the message his youthfulness might cause. [Note: Kelly, p105.]. Thanksgiving. Because of skillful cutting and pruning, the vine produces several tons of grapes each year. Paul warned that false teachers would arise, [Note: Wiersbe, 2:224. . Titus 1:14). To be such Timothy would have to continue to nourish himself on the truths of the faith contained in his Bible. The two genitives do not, in strict grammar, depend on ., despise thee for thy youth. ". While he is watching over others, the pastor must keep an eye on himself. : St. Paul had met Timothy on the second missionary journey, dated by Harnack in A.D. 47, and by Lightfoot in A.D. 51. This appears to have been systematic instruction in the doctrines of the faith. He seems then about the age of forty. Of course every human being-male or female, married or single-finds his or her greatest fulfillment in life through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. [Note: See Towner, The Letters . ii. Apparently, after his release (hoped for in Philemon 1:22 and Philippians 1:25-26 and 2:24), Paul returned to the city of Ephesus. One of my professors at Dallas Seminary used to say, correctly, I think, "I believe in the perseverance of the Savior, but I do not believe in the perseverance of the saints." ", "No one who really wants to count for God can afford to play at Christianity. [Note: See Gary L. Schultz Jeremiah, "God"s Purposes in the Atonement for the Nonelect," Bibliotheca Sacra165:658 (April-June2008):145-63.]. 1 Here is a trustworthy saying: Whoever aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task. Miscellaneous. [Note: See Gregory H. Harris, "Satan"s Work as a Deceiver," Bibliotheca Sacra156:622 (April-June1999):190-202. We learn that God has set apart what He has created for our enjoyment through the Word of God, and we acknowledge that through prayer. All are requirements. The notion of deacons functioning as a "board" is never mentioned in the Bible." In word.âThis refers to the public utterances in teaching and exhortation, but more particularly to the words used by Timothy in social intercourse. The ascetic life to which Timothy was inclined, accompanied perhaps by some shyness and timidity, might make him more than usually sensitive under such circumstances. Purity includes sexual purity and integrity of heart. The Greek word translated "youthfulness" described people up to40 years of age. Many, probably, of the Ephesian presbyters were older than Timothy. Nevertheless God had revealed through Christ that as time passed some who held the truth would repudiate it ( Matthew 13:21; Matthew 24:10-11; Mark 4:17; Mark 13:22; Luke 8:13; cf. [Note: Hiebert, First Timothy, p85.]. Having reminded Timothy that the apostasy he was witnessing in Ephesus was not unexpected but prophesied ( 1 Timothy 4:1-5), the apostle next clarified Timothy"s responsibility in dealing with it (cf. Why by being an example to those who believe. The church leaders were probably all older than he was, and there was a real danger that they (or the false teachers especially) would look down on him. [Note: Hiebert, First Timothy, p80. Certain forms of speech should not be used by Christians (Ephesians 5:4; Ephesians 4:29), and speech does reveal the thoughts of the heart and oneâs true character (Proverbs 17:28; Mark 7:20-23). 2 Timothy 4:12 - But Tychicus I have sent to Ephesus. 1 Timothy 6:9 Commentary. Anyone under fifty years old was “just a kid.” Compare John 8:57. 1 Timothy 6:6-8 Commentary. 1 Timothy 2, Summary Doctrines, Applications. Timothy must be very careful in his interactions with the opposite sex, and do nothing that would give rise to scandal or the wrong impression. This does not imply, of course, that such a group is wrong. 2 Thessalonians 2:11). "youthfulness" described people up to40 years of age. Dillow, p338-39. The words âin spirit,â which in the English version occur between âin charity,â and âin faith,â are found in none of the older authorities. [Note: Hiebert, First Timothy, p80. This does not mean, however, that they will lose their salvation since salvation is God"s work, not ours ( John 10:28; Romans 8:31-39; 2 Timothy 2:13). The teaching of the apostates Paul warned Timothy and the Ephesians to watch out for was asceticism (cf. 1 Timothy 4:12. [Note: Earle, p375.]. âFaithâ: That is, dependability, one that God and man can count on, an example of true conviction and a sincere faith (1 Timothy 1:5; 2 Timothy 1:5), being a man of his word and a man who is faithful in his preaching of Godâs truth. ], "Paul"s words certainly sanction the Christian practice of grace before meals. [Note: See Joseph M. Stowell III, "The Effective Leader," in Integrity of Heart, Skillfulness of Hands, pp315-22. Now they called lies the truth, and that is hypocrisy ( 1 Timothy 4:2). Qualifications for Overseers and Deacons. 12.Despise thy youth—To be avoided by a perfectly circumspect conduct. Several schools of philosophy in Paul"s day denigrated the excessive physical conditioning that many Greek young men practiced. What he must do is outweigh his youth by being a good example in all aspects of his life. This requires rigorous self-discipline. 1 Timothy 6:17-21 Commentary. The procedure described in this verse has, along with other similar instances of this practice described in Scripture, served as a pattern for the formal ordination (setting apart) of people for ministry. ], "The Bible never speaks of a corresponding group identity for deacons. As if he had said, âTake care that, by gravity of demeanor, thou procure for thyself so great reverence, that thy youthful age, which, in other respects lays one open to contempt, may take nothing from thy authority.â Hence we learn that Timothy was still young, though he held a place of distinguished excellence among many pastors; and that it is a grievous mistake to estimate by the number of years how much is due to a person. . ], Timothy had other responsibilities as an apostolic representative in the Ephesian church. We recognize that He has sanctified (set apart) them when we pray (give thanks) for them and reflect on the Scriptures that tell us they come from our heavenly Father for our benefit. ., p299. In word - in all thou sayest in public and private. Only here and 1 Timothy 5:2. ], "While I do not want to sound critical, I must confess that I am disturbed by the fact that too many pastors and Christian workers divide their time and interest between the church and some sideline. Thy youth; compare the admonition in the second epistle, "Flee also youthful lusts," chap 2 Timothy 2:22. Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe. In purity - outwardly manifested (1 Timothy 5:22; 2 Corinthians 6:6; James 3:17; James 4:8; 1 Peter 1:22). On this assumption, he would be, at the date of the Epistle (placing it after St. Paul’s first imprisonment at Rome), from twenty-eight to thirty-three, about the age when St. Paul is described as a ‘young man’ in Acts 7:58. ], ". "Stickability is an essential quality for effective leadership." Use your authority, which belongs to the rank of an evangelist.” Timothy was probably in his early thirties, but the first century worshiped age. This and the following âin faith,â comprehend the great graces in that inner Christian life of which the âwords of the mouth,â and âconduct,â are the outward manifestations. But Satan once used Peter to try to lead Jesus on a wrong path ( Matthew 16:21-23), and he used Ananias and Sapphira to try to deceive the church at Jerusalem ( Acts 5). 1 Timothy 6:12 Commentary. "Do not neglect" (Gr. Purpose: Timothy remained in Ephesus to combat false teachers. âPurityâ: God expects evangelists to practice what they preach. Since the coming of Christ, the distinction between clean and unclean foods is one we can eliminate ( Mark 7:19; Acts 10:15; Romans 14:14; 1 Corinthians 10:23-33). . "It is the first duty of a minister to display in his own life that which he wishes his people to be." It was no doubt part of the counsel of God that this world-religion should owe nothing to the ordinary conditions of human success. Biblestudytools.com 3:13: They purchase a good degree - Or step, toward some higher office.And much boldness - From the testimony of a good conscience. Exodus 24:7; Deuteronomy 31:11; 2 Kings 23:2; Nehemiah 8:7-8; Luke 4:16; Acts 15:21; 2 Corinthians 3:14; 1 Thessalonians 5:27). “Do not let anyone ignore what you say just because you are young. Purity includes sexual purity and integrity of heart. Timothy was to "point out," a very mild approach, the truth about God"s good gifts that Paul had just articulated. Paul agreed with this viewpoint whatever its source may have been. Acts 18:15). Timothy was probably around 35 when this letter was written. Bible-studys.org Of primary importance to any church is that its leaders be qualified to teach and set the example for the rest. Acts 20:29; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12; 2 Timothy 3:1-13; 2 Peter 3:1-18). 1 Timothy 4:4). [Note: See Michael Haykin, ""Sanctified by the Word of God and Prayer,"" Banner of Truth275-76 (August-September1986):55-58.] ], "Paul"s words certainly sanction the Christian practice of grace before meals. Paul charged Timothy to insist regularly on these things that he had just been saying and to teach them to the Ephesians (cf. First, he should continue to make sure the church leaders read the Scriptures in the meetings of the church. Context: Read all four chapters in 2 Timothy if you have time. hagneia. Asceticism is the idea that abstinence from physical things is essential for spiritual purity. ", "While I do not want to sound critical, I must confess that I am disturbed by the fact that too many pastors and Christian workers divide their time and interest between the church and some sideline. To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use the convenient, Baker Evangelical Dictionary of Biblical Theology, Hastings' Dictionary of the New Testament, International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, But be thou an example of the believers -. Next week February 1–7, 2021 Spirit February 8–14, 2021 Soul February 15–21, 2021 Mind Paul warned that false teachers would arise from within the church ( Acts 20:30)." Cf. ἰησ.See note on 1 Timothy 1:1.. διὰ θελήματος θεοῦ: This formula is found also in 1 and 2 Cor. 1 Timothy 1:2; 1 Timothy 5:10-11; 1 Timothy 5:14). The Greek word translated "life" ( 1 Timothy 4:8) is zoe, the higher principle of life, the perfect antithesis to death (cf. [Note: See Steven J. Lawson, "The Passion of Biblical Preaching: An Expository Study of1Timothy4:13-16," Bibliotheca Sacra159:633 (January-March2002):79-95.] 2 Timothy 1:6) and some elders" hands. Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. âBut rather in speechâ: This would refer to Timothyâs preaching and personal conversation (2 Timothy 1:13; Titus 2:1; Titus 2:7 âsound speechâ). Be thou an example, [ tupos (Greek #5179) ginou (Greek #1096)] - 'become a pattern' (Titus 2:7): the true way of making men not to despise thy youth. He would have to abide in the sound teaching he had received from the Lord and His apostles as he had been doing so far (cf. This would come about as a result of their listening to persuasive arguments put forth by God"s spiritual enemies and, behind them, demons ( 1 Timothy 4:1). Timothy needed further encouragement to keep using the abilities God had given him to serve the Lord. Rather, he should train himself in godliness. Paul reminded his readers that God created marriage and food for us to enjoy ( 1 Timothy 4:3). The true teachings of the passage is much wider than that. `` devoting themselves to... 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