2. Timothy, #2 The Official Commission of Timothy 1Timothy 1:18 - 2:15

3. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  In this morning’s lesson, we examined background material such as: -Paul’s specific circumstances -the date of the Preacher Epistles of 1Timothy - Titus -and the situation/problems of the churches which prompted these letters.

4. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  Now, let’s step further into this study by looking at the specifics of Timothy’s commission from the Spirit through Paul. -It’s Purpose, 1:18-20 -It’s Specific Function concerning: >Prayer, 2:1-8 >the Role & Worship of Women, 2:9-15

5. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  First, the Purpose of Timothy’s commission, 1:18-20: -It is called a “command” (NASV) which was “entrusted ” to Timothy, v.18a -This command was identified in 1:5 as that which produced good consciences and sincere faith. -It was “according to prophecies previously made” concerning Timothy, v.18b > cf.4:14. -Such was to enable him to “fight the good fight” (v.18c) even as Paul had done, 2Tim.4:7.

6. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  The Specific Function of Timothy’s commission was concerning: -Prayer, 2:1-8. The Means: (v.1) >entreaties (deesis- a seeking, asking, or entreaty to God) >prayers (proseuche- a prayer or place of prayer) cf. Acts 16:13,16 >petitions (enteuxis- a falling in with, a coming together, an interview) >thanksgiving (eucharistia- thanksgiving)

7. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  The Specific Function of Timothy’s commission was concerning Prayer, 2:1-8. The Objects: (v.2) >Kings and all in authority, v.2a The Purpose: >that we may lead tranquil & quiet lives (the Grk. terms indicate external & internal calm) >in godliness and dignity. (spiritual over physical, cf. Matt.6:9-13)

8. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  The Specific Function of Timothy’s commission was concerning Prayer, 2:1-8. The Results: (vv.3-8) >acceptability with God, v.3 >accordance with His plan to save, v.4 >proper use of Jesus’ mediation, vv.6-7 >holy men in every place praying with holy (purified by godliness, not ceremonial washing) hands, v.8

9. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  The Specific Function of Timothy’s commission was concerning Women’s Roles, 2:9-15. The women likewise were to: >adorn themselves properly- with modesty & discretion, v.9a > cf. 1Pet.3:2,4-5 >being more concerned with internal vs. external adornment, v.9b-10 > cf. 1Pet.3:3 >receive instruction with submissiveness, v.10

10. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  The Specific Function of Timothy’s commission was concerning Women’s Roles, 2:9-15. The women likewise were not to: >teach or exercise authority over the man, v.12 The reason(s)? >Adam was first formed, v.13 (cf. 1Cor.11:3,8-12) >Eve was deceived, v.14

11. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  The Specific Function of Timothy’s commission was concerning Women’s Roles, 2:9-15. So, what is the woman's proper role? Private rather than Public, v.15: >bearing the children- domestic, v.15a cf. Titus 2:4-5 rather than headship >with faith and love, v.15b >and self-restraint, v.15c (cf. 2Tim.3:6-7)

12. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  Next time we’ll continue with the Specific Functions of Timothy’s commission by looking at: >the Office of Overseer, 3:1-7 >the Office of Deacon, 3:8-13 &>the Coming Apostasy, 4:1-5.

13. Timothy #2, The Official Commission  Take home points? Pray. But do so with the right avenues, for the right things, with the right purposes, and as the right kind of petitioner. Remember your proper role as given by God. Fulfill your ministry as God has dictated.