2 tim 2 21 commentary on the book

The book of 2 timothy was written in approximately a. 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. 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. We hope that you find the 2 timothy summary from the kjv bible chapters and verses helpful to your bible studies and for references as a guide to further reference to the book of 2 timothy. Portions of 2 timothy parallel the epistle to the philippians, also believed to be written with timothys help near the time of pauls death.

This is the first aspect of cleansing that paul mentioned to timothy. Book of second timothy overview insight for living ministries. 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. 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. Tom constables expository notes on 2 timothy this is also available in the net. In these days of fear and uncertainty due to covid19, we need to hear these words again. Paul here exhorts timothy to beware of youthful lusts, v. 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.

He begins to describe two different kinds of workmen in their relationships to the gospel. In fact, this word is translated diligence in several verses like 2 timothy 4. Paul knew that the time of his death had come 2 timothy 4. Zerr accepted this understanding of the passage, thus, 2 tim. And, let every one that nameth the name of christ depart from iniquity. Pauls longing to have timothy with him is apparent throughout. He speaks of the foundation of god, which standeth sure, 2 timothy 2.

A significant example was when he publicly rebuked the apostle peter galatians 2. The name is not uncommon as a greek name, and appears also in the patronymic eubulides, and. He must shun profane and vain babblings 2 timothy 2. After commenting about false teachers in the previous verse, paul urges timothy to view himself as a worker seeking to please god. 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. Study the bible online using commentary on 2 timothy 2 and more. Do your best to present yourself to god as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.

He wasnt to regard the job of being a pastor as a popularity contest but instead as a call to faithfulness to god. Paul here exhorts timothy to beware of youthful lusts, 2 timothy 2. 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. Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of jesus christ.

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. But avoid foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they generate strife. Though he was a holy good man, very much mortified to the world, yet paul thought it necessary to caution him against youthful lusts. 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. Timothy was a believer when paul first encountered him in lystra. Because the doctrine of election is in the context of numbers 16 and 2 tim 2, i still think this is the best interpretation. Read 2 timothy 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. So, the date of the letter could not be later than ad 67. For if we died with him, we shall also live with him. That which ministers must have in their eyes, in instructing those who oppose. Timothy s goal was not to present himself approved to people, but to god. Paul wanted to use his last words to encourage timothy, and all other believers, to persevere in faith 2 timothy 3.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit. To encourage timothy in suffering, the apostle puts him in mind of the resurrection of christ 2 timothy 2. Be a good worker, one who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly explains the word of truth. 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. Paul asked timothy to accompany him on his second missionary journey acts 16. The working preacher team believes that god uses good biblical preaching to change lives. The bible is clear that as the sovereign of the universe, god uses even evil people for his righteous purposes. 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. Matthew, in the parable of the sower and the seed, shows that god permits satan to sow tares within the fellowship. Remember that jesus christ, of the seed of david, was raised from the dead according to my gospel. Remember that jesus christ, of the seed of david, was raised from the dead, according to my gospel. Oct 27, 20 working preacher is a ministry brought to you by luther seminary.

We want our lives to have meaning and purpose beyond ourselves. Crisis of the word or a message to pastors and wouldbe pastors 2 timothy 2. Jun 16, 2014 the word study does not mean to read or study a book. Paul recognized that his earthly life was likely coming to an. May 02, 2020 the book of 2 timothy is essentially pauls last words. Tim hegg approaches the book with the starting point that paul is preaching and teaching torah. David guzik commentary on 2 timothy 2, where paul advices timothy to work hard for a faithful god. What he is to avoidyouthful lusts, and foolish and unlearned questions. Paul asked timothy to come to him before winter 2 timothy 4. His mission and authority apostle of christ jesus he is at the close of his ministry, having fulfilled his mission.

What is your commentary or explanation of 2 timothy 2. Imprisoned in rome yet again, the apostle paul felt lonely and abandoned. 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. The word study does not mean to read or study a book. The requirements in 2 timothy are a that paul had recently been at troas, at corinth, and at miletus, each of. The international standard bible encyclopaediaobserves about second timothy. Paul wanted to develop within him the boldness necessary to really lead and protect the flock.

The three epistles are called pastoral because they relate to the conduct of church leaders, thought of as pastors literally shepherds. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. Be diligent to present yourself to god as one approved, a worker who doesnt need to be ashamed, correctly teaching the word of truth. Paul looked past his own circumstances to express concern for the churches and specifically for timothy. 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. This is the way to convey truth in its light and power, and to overcome evil with good, rom. The emperor nero killed himself in the month of june ad 68. Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in christ jesus. 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. Paul was a man of deep love, but also a man who never shied away from confrontation. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.

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. Pauls mother, eunice, and his grandmother, lois, were both believers 2 timothy 1. 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. No matter what happens, god knows who are his children and will ensure that his foundational work of justification stands firm. Flee them, take all possible care and pains to keep thyself pure from them. Although the instruction specifically applies to a minister, in principle it applies to everyone as sons of god, having his spirit. God plainly says here that he can make a vessel of honor or one of dishonor. But this is not just house arrest, this time he in a cold roman cell 4.

Get mark and bring him with you, because he is useful to me in the ministry. This is the great proof of his divine mission, and therefore a great confirmation of the truth of the christian religion. The general meaning is clear enough, that a man may become heavens consummate cup. Timothy already had a shepherds tender heart for the sheep. Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be instruments for special.