Biblical Key Themes in 1 Timothy 1. The gospel produces holiness in the lives of believers, and there is no legitimate separation between belief and behavior. Thus, those who profess faith but do not demonstrate any progress in godliness should question their spiritual state. 1:5; 2:8–15; 3:1–16; 4:6–16; 5:
Biblical Qualifications for Deacons 1 Timothy 3:8 dignified 1 Timothy 3:8 not double-tongued 1 Timothy 3:8 not addicted to much wine 1 Timothy 3:8 not greedy for dishonest gain 1 Timothy 3:9 clear conscience 1 Timothy 3:10 tested 1 Timothy 3:10 blameless 1 Timothy 3:12 husband
Biblical Qualifications for Elders in 1 Timothy and Titus 1 Timothy Titus 3:2 above reproach 1:6, 7 above reproach 3:2 husband of one wife 1:6 husband of one wife 3:2 sober-minded 1:8 disciplined 3:2 self-controlled 1:8 self-controlled 3:2 respectable — 3:2 hospitable 1:8 hospitable 3:2 able to teach
Biblical Godliness 2:2 “a quiet and peaceful life, godly and dignified in every way” 2:9–10 dress in a way that is appropriate for “women who profess godliness” 3:16 “Great … is the mystery of godliness” 4:7 “train yourself for godliness” 4:8 “godliness is of value in every
Biblical False Teaching and Teachers 1:3 teaching a different doctrine 1:6 swerving from a pure heart, good conscience, and sincere faith 1:6 wandering away into vain discussions 1:7 lacking understanding 1:10 practicing something contrary to sound doctrine 1:19 making shipwreck of their faith 1:20 blaspheming 4:1 departing
Biblical Key Themes in 2 Thessalonians 1. God’s righteous judgment will be fully manifest when Jesus returns. At that time unbelievers will be condemned and believers will be saved. 1:5–10; 2:9–14 2. Christians will share Christ’s glory. 1:10, 12; 2:14 3. The lawless one’s revelation and humanity’
Biblical The Authentication of Paul’s Letters In 2 Thess. 2:2 Paul warns against letters that claim to come from him but do not. Thus in 11 places in his letters Paul either identifies himself or gives his signature. These features support the conclusion that all the NT letters attributed to Paul are in fact authentic
Biblical Key Themes in 1 Thessalonians 1. The wrath of God comes on those who reject the gospel. 2:16; 5:3 2. Jesus’ death and resurrection are the basis for the Christian’s hope. 4:14; 5:10 3. Christians are destined not for wrath but for salvation at Jesus’ coming. 1:10; 5:4,
Biblical The Second Coming in 1 Thessalonians 1:3 “hope in our Lord Jesus Christ” 1:10 “to wait for his Son from heaven” 2:19 “before our Lord Jesus at his coming” 3:13 “at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints” 4:15 “the coming of the Lord” 4:16 “the Lord
Biblical Key Themes in Colossians 1. Jesus Christ is preeminent over all creation, Lord over all human rulers and cosmic powers. 1:15–20; 2:9–10; 3:1 2. God has worked through Christ to secure redemption and reconciliation for all who put their faith in him. 1:13–14, 20–22 3. Believers
Biblical “In Christ”: A Central Theme in Colossians 1:14 in whom we have redemption 1:16 in him all things were created 1:19 in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell 1:22 reconciled in his body of flesh 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge 2:
Biblical Key Themes in Philippians 1. Christians need to keep making progress in their lives. 1:12, 25; 3:12–16 2. A proper spiritual outlook is critical for progress in the faith. 1:5–11; 2:1–11; 3:7, 15; 4:7–9 3. Christ is the supreme example of loving and faithful
Biblical Partnering with Paul in the Gospel in Many Ways 1:5 “partnership in the gospel” 1:7 “partakers with me of grace” 1:14–19 “through your prayers” 1:27 “striving side by side for the faith” 2:22 “served with me in the gospel” 2:25 “my brother, and fellow worker, and fellow soldier” 3:17 “join in
Biblical Joy and Rejoicing in Philippians Reference Paul … 1:4 prays with joy 1:18 rejoices that Christ is proclaimed 1:25 will remain living on earth, for the Philippians’ joy in the faith 2:2 asks the Philippians to complete his joy 2:17–18 is glad and rejoices with the Philippians 2:28 sends
Biblical Key Themes in Ephesians 1. All people are by nature spiritually dead, transgressors of God’s law, and under the rule of Satan. 1:7; 2:1–3, 5, 11–12 2. God predestined his elect to redemption and holiness in Christ according to the free counsel of his will. 1:3–14; 2:
Biblical Principles of Marriage Principles of Marriage Scripture Reference Marriage is part of the “mystery” of God’s will Eph. 1:9; 3:3; 5:32 Paul’s instructions are directed to Spirit-filled believers Eph. 5:18 Wives are called to submit, men are called to love Eph. 5:21–33 Headship entails authority
Biblical Christ and the Church The relationship between Christ and the church is described by Paul as a profound mystery (5:32)—a hidden plan of God now revealed and fulfilled in Christ Jesus. Christ is the head of the church 1:22–23; 4:15; 5:23 Christ is the cornerstone of the church
Biblical Trinitarian Formulas and Expressions in Ephesians Reference Father Son Spirit 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ every spiritual blessing 1:11–13 him who works all things according to … his will to hope in Christ sealed with the promised Holy Spirit 1:17 God … the Father of glory our
