June 14, 2015 Sermon Lesson 1: Introduction 1 Timothy 1:1-2
GODLINESS IN THE INDIVIDUAL CHRISTIAN AND IN THE CHURCH
Main idea: The Church needs to be led in godliness!
Background to 1 Timothy
1. Author: Paul 2. Recipient(s): Timothy and the Ephesian church 3. Date: AD 62-64 (approx.) 4. Occasion: False teachers 5. Theme: The importance of godliness in the Church!
Salutation: Paul establishes his authority 1. Paul the Apostle (1:1) 2. Timothy, Paul's "child in the faith" (1:2 3. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord
Applications
Godliness needs to be our priority!
Godly leadership in the Church is crucial to her success!
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“ Encouraging Sermon! ” This message deals with various topics that are applicable to today's events in our churches and in our culture. The major portion of this message gives us a good picture of how Paul worked with Timothy in dealing with a variety of problems of that day. This is a helpful message for a better understanding of viewing our present church situation.
