JUNE WEEK 25
This week, we will finish up 1 Timothy. Don’t forget to check out the Rooted Facebook page for a bit more discussion on each chapter.
Discussion Questions:
• What is the significance of the different kinds of prayers Paul mentions in 1 Timothy 2:1-4?
• In 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Paul gives some attributes or qualifications for a person desiring to lead a church. How might these “qualifications” relate to the rest of us?
• Why is spiritual training better than physical training? (1 Timothy 4:7-9)
• How should we deal with the moral failure of a church leader ? (1 Timothy 5:19-21)?Why?
• In 1 Timothy 6:11, Paul tells us to flee from some things and pursue others. What should we run from? And what should we chase after?
Some Answers from Last Week's Questions:
• What did Festus determine was the key difference between Paul and the Jewish religious leaders who were accusing him (Acts 25:17-19)? – It concerned the resurrection of Jesus. Festus knew He had been executed. But Paul was claiming He was alive.
• What does Paul mean by performing deeds in keeping with repentance (Acts 26:19-20)? – Repentance involves a change of direction. We should not be what we were before. Our lives, words, and actions should reflect our repentance.
• What impact can your prayer have on the lives of others around you, including unbelievers (Acts 27:23-24)? – Paul’s prayer led to the deliverance of over 200 other people when his ship was wrecked. Prayer makes a difference. We will often never know the impact of our prayer. But we can be sure that it makes a difference.
• Paul spent at least two years as a prisoner in Rome. What do you imagine that might have been like (Acts 28:30-31)? – It restricted his travel ability. But it also protected him from harm. He was freely able to share the gospel. And it gave him many opportunities to write.
• Why did Jesus save the chief of sinners (1 Tim. 1:15-16)? – If he could save someone like Paul, is there anyone he would be unable or unwilling to save?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for Your Word. Help me to be a person of prayer, growing in godliness and trusting You each day. Give me the wisdom to run from sin and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and perseverance. Thank You for Your grace that transforms lives and for the hope we have in Jesus. Amen.
Helpful Resources:
• Rooted Facebook Group for online sharing and further exploration
• Bible Project New Testament overview videos
• Bible Gateway, a Bible app with many translations and some other free helps
• A Clay Jar Devotionals
Discussion Questions:
• What is the significance of the different kinds of prayers Paul mentions in 1 Timothy 2:1-4?
• In 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Paul gives some attributes or qualifications for a person desiring to lead a church. How might these “qualifications” relate to the rest of us?
• Why is spiritual training better than physical training? (1 Timothy 4:7-9)
• How should we deal with the moral failure of a church leader ? (1 Timothy 5:19-21)?Why?
• In 1 Timothy 6:11, Paul tells us to flee from some things and pursue others. What should we run from? And what should we chase after?
Some Answers from Last Week's Questions:
• What did Festus determine was the key difference between Paul and the Jewish religious leaders who were accusing him (Acts 25:17-19)? – It concerned the resurrection of Jesus. Festus knew He had been executed. But Paul was claiming He was alive.
• What does Paul mean by performing deeds in keeping with repentance (Acts 26:19-20)? – Repentance involves a change of direction. We should not be what we were before. Our lives, words, and actions should reflect our repentance.
• What impact can your prayer have on the lives of others around you, including unbelievers (Acts 27:23-24)? – Paul’s prayer led to the deliverance of over 200 other people when his ship was wrecked. Prayer makes a difference. We will often never know the impact of our prayer. But we can be sure that it makes a difference.
• Paul spent at least two years as a prisoner in Rome. What do you imagine that might have been like (Acts 28:30-31)? – It restricted his travel ability. But it also protected him from harm. He was freely able to share the gospel. And it gave him many opportunities to write.
• Why did Jesus save the chief of sinners (1 Tim. 1:15-16)? – If he could save someone like Paul, is there anyone he would be unable or unwilling to save?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for Your Word. Help me to be a person of prayer, growing in godliness and trusting You each day. Give me the wisdom to run from sin and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and perseverance. Thank You for Your grace that transforms lives and for the hope we have in Jesus. Amen.
Helpful Resources:
• Rooted Facebook Group for online sharing and further exploration
• Bible Project New Testament overview videos
• Bible Gateway, a Bible app with many translations and some other free helps
• A Clay Jar Devotionals