Overall, 1 Timothy is a letter communicating instructions for Timothy to bring Gospel truth into the Christian community. That truth: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners ... so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life.” (1 Tim 1:15-16). Additionally, Paul states a clear goal for these instructions: “love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.” (1 Tim 1:5)

Our challenge in 1 Timothy is how to faithfully interpret these instructions. There’s some clear areas that Paul advises Timothy in Chapters 2-6:

• Chapter 2 - How we should gather

• Chapter 3 - How we should lead

• Chapter 4 - How we should teach and train

• Chapter 5 - How we should care for one another

• Chapter 6 - How we should steward our money

In many ways, they were intended for a people in a much different context to ours. Yet, being God’s word, this letter displays Godly wisdom, and many things remain the same.