2. A Famine of Timothys
Philippians 2:19-24

3. Philippians 2:19-24
I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. I have no one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel. I hope, therefore, to send him as soon as I see how things go with me. And I am confident in the Lord that I myself will come soon.

4. Philippians 2:19-24
I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. I have no one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel. I hope, therefore, to send him as soon as I see how things go with me. And I am confident in the Lord that I myself will come soon.

5. ‘equal-soul’ed Philippians 2:19-24
I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. I have no one else like him…
‘equal-soul’ed

6. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
“I have no one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare.”

7. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
2 Corinthians 7:5
For when we came into Macedonia, this body of ours had no rest, but we were harassed at every turn--conflicts on the outside, fears within.

8. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
2 Corinthians 7:5
For when we came into Macedonia, this body of ours had no rest, but we were harassed at every turn--conflicts on the outside, fears within. But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the coming of Titus, … He told us about your longing for me, your deep sorrow, your ardent concern for me, so that my joy was greater than ever

9. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
He devoted his life to seeking Jesus Christ, as did Paul (21)
“For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.”

10. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
He devoted his life to seeking Jesus Christ, as did Paul (21)
“For everyone looks out for his own interests…”
“Where do I fit into this plan?
What do I gain?
Does this better position me?
Does it suit me?
Is this the best option for me?”

11. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
He devoted his life to seeking Jesus Christ, as did Paul (21)
“For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.”
“No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other.” Matt 6:24

12. King Solomon
1 Kings 3:5
…the LORD appeared to Solomon during the night in a dream, and God said, "Ask for whatever you want me to give you.”

13. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
He devoted his life to seeking Jesus Christ, as did Paul (21)
“For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.”

14. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
He devoted his life to seeking Jesus Christ, as did Paul (21)
He remained faithful in service, as did Paul (22)
But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel.

15. How was Timothy an Equal-Soul of Paul?
He loved God’s people, as did Paul (20)
He devoted his life to seeking Jesus Christ, as did Paul (21)
He remained faithful in service, as did Paul (22)
It was their common depth of faith

16. How do we raise Timothys?

17. How do we raise Timothys?
Lesson 1: Timothys are best raised young.

18. How do we raise Timothys?
Lesson 1: Timothys are best raised young.
Was rasied in the scriptures

19. How do we raise Timothys?
Lesson 1: Timothys are best raised young.
Was rasied in the scriptures
Saw true faith with his own eyes

20. How do we raise Timothys?
Lesson 1: Timothys are best raised young.
Was rasied in the scriptures
Saw true faith with his own eyes
Grew with consistent love of a mentor

21. How do we raise Timothys?
Lesson 1: Timothys are best raised young.
Lesson 2: Every believer can be a Timothy.

22. How do we raise Timothys?
Lesson 1: Timothys are best raised young.
Lesson 2: Every believer can be a Timothy.
Genuine love for God’s people
True devotion to seeking Christ above all
Consistent faithfulness in service