Category Archives: sharing the truth in love

Fight the Good Fight of Faith. 1Timothy 6:11 -12.

Posted on 12/31/2020 by remso

Most translations entitle this next section “Fight the Good Fight of Faith.” But look at what the NASB translation says in 1 Timothy 6:11a. “But flee from these things, you man of God.” You would think that the editors would … Continue reading →

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Give these instructions to the church. 1 Ti 5:7 through 16.

Posted on 11/03/2020 by remso

When we finished 1 Timothy 5:6 we were given these instructions. Ignore the fact that it seems to speak only to widows because it does not. But the widow who lives only for pleasure is spiritually dead even while she … Continue reading →

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Keep these things before them. 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Posted on 10/18/2020 by remso

The NASB, and a few other translations, entitle this next section, A Good Servant of Jesus Christ. Understand that this letter is addressed to the young Timothy for the purpose of giving him instructions to be an outstanding pastor. Since … Continue reading →

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Anyone whose goal is to serve. 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Posted on 08/25/2020 by remso

We closed out chapter two with Paul saying, “I have been chosen as a preacher and apostle to teach the Gentiles this message about faith and truth. I’m not exaggerating—just telling the truth.” While learning about faith and truth is … Continue reading →

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An example for those who would believe. 1 Ti 1:12-20.

Posted on 08/11/2020 by remso

1 Timothy 1:12 NASB I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service, Strengthen. This is the Greek word endunamoō and means to empower, enable, to be (made) strong. Paul … Continue reading →