{ Transformed Timothy: Growing Disciple

Seek to be a growing disciple used by God to strengthen the church and reach the world.

1 Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, whose mother was Jewish and a believer but whose father was a Greek. 2 The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. 3 Paul wanted to take him along on the journey, so he circumcised him because of the Jews who lived in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek. Acts 16:1-5

4 As they traveled from town to town, they delivered the decisions reached by the apostles and elders in Jerusalem for the people to obey. 5 So the churches were strengthened in the faith and grew daily in numbers. Acts 16:1-5

Came from a godly heritage Timothy:

1 Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, whose mother was Jewish and a believer but whose father was a Greek. Acts 16:1

I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. 1 Timothy 1:5

Advantages to Growing up Christian  Faith – Jesus our Savior  Knowledge – Truth from God’s word  Wisdom – Living truth  Salvation – Assurance  Hope – Beyond circumstances  Parents – Guidance & nurture  Worship – Glorify the true God  Family – Brothers & Sisters in Christ  Prayer – Help in time of need  Mission – Our place in God’s plan

A disciple of good reputation Timothy:

1 Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, whose mother was Jewish and a believer but whose father was a Greek. 2 The believers at Lystra and Iconium spoke well of him. Acts 16:1-2

Disciple: a devoted follower of a leader or teacher who undergoes a transformation from one worldview or practice of life to another.

3 Paul wanted to take him along on the journey, so he circumcised him because of the Jews who lived in that area, for they all knew that his father was a Greek. Acts 16:3

Made a difference for the kingdom Timothy:

4 As they traveled from town to town, they delivered the decisions reached by the apostles and elders in Jerusalem for the people to obey. 5 So the churches were strengthened in the faith and grew daily in numbers. Acts 16:1-5

As I urged you when I went into Macedonia, stay there in Ephesus so that you may command certain people not to teach false doctrines any longer... 1 Timothy 1:3

13 Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching. 14 Do not neglect your gift, which was given you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you. 1 Timothy 4:13-14

Seek to be a growing disciple used by God to strengthen the church and reach the world.