2 tim 2 21 commentary on the book

Paul here exhorts timothy to beware of youthful lusts, 2 timothy 2. Crisis of the word or a message to pastors and wouldbe pastors 2 timothy 2. In the new testament, the second epistle of paul to timothy, usually referred to simply as second timothy and often written 2 timothy or ii timothy, is one of the three pastoral epistles traditionally attributed to paul the apostle. David guzik commentary on 2 timothy 2, where paul advices timothy to work hard for a faithful god. The bible is clear that as the sovereign of the universe, god uses even evil people for his righteous purposes. Oct, 20 so far, the letter has exhorted timothy to learn from pauls example in suffering see the commentary on last sundays reading, from others in their faithfulness or lack of it see 2 timothy 1. Imprisoned in rome yet again, the apostle paul felt lonely and abandoned.

Remember that jesus christ, of the seed of david, was raised from the dead according to my gospel. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. In this commentary on the epistle to the galatians, tim hegg goes one step further and shows that paul was not speaking against the torah but upholding it as gods eternal revelation to his people. May 02, 2020 the book of 2 timothy is essentially pauls last words. He speaks of the foundation of god, which standeth sure, 2 timothy 2. Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be instruments for special. Paul asked timothy to accompany him on his second missionary journey acts 16. To encourage timothy in suffering, the apostle puts him in mind of the resurrection of christ 2 timothy 2. The general meaning is clear enough, that a man may become heavens consummate cup. The word study does not mean to read or study a book. Tom constables expository notes on 2 timothy this is also available in the net. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 timothy 2 and more. So far, the letter has exhorted timothy to learn from pauls example in suffering see the commentary on last sundays reading, from others in their faithfulness or lack of it see 2 timothy 1. And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.

Flee them, take all possible care and pains to keep thyself pure from them. Timothy was a believer when paul first encountered him in lystra. Although the instruction specifically applies to a minister, in principle it applies to everyone as sons of god, having his spirit. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. Galatians is often used to show paul believed the law to be done away with. But this is not just house arrest, this time he in a cold roman cell 4. Therefore i endure everything for the sake of the elect, that they also may obtain the salvation that is in christ jesus with eternal glory. That which ministers must have in their eyes, in instructing those who oppose. Jun 16, 2014 the word study does not mean to read or study a book. Paul looked past his own circumstances to express concern for the churches and specifically for timothy.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit. Portions of 2 timothy parallel the epistle to the philippians, also believed to be written with timothys help near the time of pauls death. The three epistles are called pastoral because they relate to the conduct of church leaders, thought of as pastors literally shepherds. Though he was a holy good man, very much mortified to the world, yet paul thought it necessary to caution him against youthful lusts. Get mark and bring him with you, because he is useful to me in the ministry.

He wasnt to regard the job of being a pastor as a popularity contest but instead as a call to faithfulness to god. And, let every one that nameth the name of christ depart from iniquity. At the close of the letter, paul mentioned a significant number of peoplesome who had wronged him and others who had served faithfully alongside him 2 timothy 4. David guzik commentary on 2 timothy 2, where paul advices timothy to work hard for a faithful god and to persevere with a servants heart. Be diligent to present yourself to god as one approved, a worker who doesnt need to be ashamed, correctly teaching the word of truth. The name is not uncommon as a greek name, and appears also in the patronymic eubulides, and. Pauls mother, eunice, and his grandmother, lois, were both believers 2 timothy 1. Book of second timothy overview insight for living ministries. This is the way to convey truth in its light and power, and to overcome evil with good, rom. Paul recognized that his earthly life was likely coming to an. Paul was a man of deep love, but also a man who never shied away from confrontation. Oct 27, 20 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary. In these days of fear and uncertainty due to covid19, we need to hear these words again. After commenting about false teachers in the previous verse, paul urges timothy to view himself as a worker seeking to please god.

The book of 2 timothy was written in approximately a. This is the great proof of his divine mission, and therefore a great confirmation of the truth of the christian religion. So, the date of the letter could not be later than ad 67. He must shun profane and vain babblings 2 timothy 2. Because the doctrine of election is in the context of numbers 16 and 2 tim 2, i still think this is the best interpretation. We have enlisted hundreds of friends biblical scholars, theologians, homileticians and pastors dedicated to the craft of biblical preaching to provide you timely, compelling and trustworthy content. His mission and authority apostle of christ jesus he is at the close of his ministry, having fulfilled his mission. This is the first aspect of cleansing that paul mentioned to timothy. The international standard bible encyclopaediaobserves about second timothy. What he is to avoidyouthful lusts, and foolish and unlearned questions.

God plainly says here that he can make a vessel of honor or one of dishonor. Read 2 timothy 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. We want our lives to have meaning and purpose beyond ourselves. Paul knew that the time of his death had come 2 timothy 4. Pauls longing to have timothy with him is apparent throughout. A significant example was when he publicly rebuked the apostle peter galatians 2. Paul here exhorts timothy to beware of youthful lusts, v. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others. It is as if paul were giving timothy a state of the church address, updating timothy on the current state of their acquaintances and friends so that the young pastor.

Do your best to present yourself to god as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. Whether minister or laymember, all work toward the kingdom of god the phrase rightly dividing the word of truth is not inaccurate, but somewhat misleading. In fact, this word is translated diligence in several verses like 2 timothy 4. Timothy already had a shepherds tender heart for the sheep. But avoid foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they generate strife. If a man therefore purge himself from these that is, if a man clears himself, and keeps himself clear from such men as hymenaeus and philetus, who are comparable to wooden and earthen vessels, and are dishonourable ones. Tim hegg approaches the book with the starting point that paul is preaching and teaching torah. Zerr accepted this understanding of the passage, thus, 2 tim. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. No matter what happens, god knows who are his children and will ensure that his foundational work of justification stands firm. The requirements in 2 timothy are a that paul had recently been at troas, at corinth, and at miletus, each of. Remember that jesus christ, of the seed of david, was raised from the dead, according to my gospel.

Without explaining the figure, the apostle carries it on, but in such a way as to show to the members of the church how each one may become a vessel to honour. Kjv bible verses from 2 timothy offer free, online access, for those of the christian faith, to study scriptural passages for biblical studies, contained in. For if we died with him, we shall also live with him. Paul wanted to use his last words to encourage timothy, and all other believers, to persevere in faith 2 timothy 3. Therefore i endure everything for the sake of the elect, that they too may obtain the salvation that is in christ jesus, with eternal glory. He begins to describe two different kinds of workmen in their relationships to the gospel. Paul asked timothy to come to him before winter 2 timothy 4. Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of jesus christ. What is your commentary or explanation of 2 timothy 2.