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Paul’s Alternative to Asceticism: 1 Timothy 4:1–5, Part 3
The alternative to demonic asceticism is to receive God’s good gifts in ways that show his worth and lead us into deeper enjoyment of him.
Published on 11 months, 4 weeks ago
How to Believe in the Teachings of Demons: 1 Timothy 4:1–5, Part 2
False teachers forsake godliness as the goal of knowledge. And when that happens, consciences are seared and people swerve from the truth.
Published on 1 year ago
Why Such Bleak Predictions of the End Times? 1 Timothy 4:1–5, Part 1
The New Testament makes it clear that the end times will become increasingly bleak. But God is not caught off guard; his great plan holds true.
Published on 1 year ago
The Greatness of Christ-Exalting Truth: 1 Timothy 3:14–16, Part 2
When Paul steps back to assess the truth about all that God is for us in Jesus, truth that the church upholds, his response is to say, “Great indeed!”
Published on 1 year ago
The Household of God Is a Pillar of Truth: 1 Timothy 3:14–16, Part 1
Buildings do not make a church — people do. And God has established his people to proclaim his truth to a world that desperately needs it.
Published on 1 year ago
Serving Well Gains Good Standing and Great Confidence: 1 Timothy 3:8–13, Part 3
How do godly deacons gain great confidence in Christ? By serving in the strength God supplies, they repeatedly prove his willingness to equip where he calls.
Published on 1 year ago
Qualifications for Deacons: 1 Timothy 3:8–13, Part 2
What are the qualifications to serve as a deacon in the church, and how do those qualifications match the office?
Published on 1 year ago
Did the Deacons Include Women? 1 Timothy 3:8–13, Part 1
Paul presents the qualifications for deacons in 1 Timothy 3, but what exactly do deacons do? And does the office include women?
Published on 1 year ago
Revered at Home, Respected in the World: 1 Timothy 3:1–7, Part 5
If a man cannot lead his family well and gain the respect of his neighbors, he is not fit for the office of elder.
Published on 1 year ago
Not Driven by Appetite or Money: 1 Timothy 3:1–7, Part 4
What is the main virtue displayed by elders in the church? Self-control. They are not ruled by anything other than God and his word.
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago