Following Jesus was never meant to be a comfortable life decision to improve our happiness or reputation. It was — and still is — a call to surrender our lives completely to Him. Jesus does not soften the invitation: “Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me.” (Matthew […]
Read More OTKC 28 – Take Up Your CrossIt is a wonderful thing to be made to feel welcome. There’s the physical environment and then there’s that precious relational touch. The attention offered, the space given, the sensitivity shown, the manners displayed, the hospitality rendered. The general sense in which it is almost like home from home to be made to feel welcome. […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – You Are Welcome HereDay 9: Integration and Application — Living Out 1 Timothy Reading: Review 1 Timothy 6:20-21 and reflect on the entire letter Study Questions: 1. Key Themes: What are the three most important themes you’ve discovered in 1 Timothy? 2. Personal Impact: How has this study challenged or changed your understanding of Christian living? The study […]
Read More WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 9 – Living Out 1 TimothyDay 8: 1 Timothy 6:3–19 — Paul’s Closing Words Reading: Paul’s encouragement and warnings to Timothy Study Questions: 1. Observation: What commands does Paul give Timothy regarding what to flee from and what to pursue? Timothy is told to flee the approach of going for riches, loving money, and using godliness as a means to […]
Read More WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 8 – 1 Timothy 6:3–19 — Paul’s Closing WordsDay 7: 5:1–6:19 — Practical Instructions for Church Relationships Reading: Guidelines for various groups within the church community Study Questions: 1. Observation: How does Paul address different ages, social classes, and roles within the church? The heart of interactions with those in the church is to be treated as family. Older men are father figures, […]
Read More WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 7 – 5:1–6:19 — RelationshipsDay 6: 1 Timothy 4:1-16 — Combating False Teaching and Personal Godliness Reading: Warnings about future false teaching and Timothy’s personal conduct Study Questions: 1. Observation: What specific false teachings and practices does Paul predict? Forbidding marriage and saying certain allowable foods shouldn’t be eaten. These are the specific ones mentioned after the general mention […]
Read More WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 6 – 4:1–16 — Combat FalsehoodDay 5: 1 Timothy 3:1–16 — Qualifications for Church Leadership Reading: Requirements for overseers and deacons, plus the church’s purpose Study Questions: 1. Observation: What character qualities are emphasised for church leaders? Blameless, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, gentle, diligent, dignified, full of integrity. 2. Interpretation: Why does Paul focus more on character than on skills […]
Read More WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 5 – 3:1–16 — QualifiedWhen Jesus addressed the Pharisees’ questions about divorce, He unveiled a profound truth that transcends cultural norms and reshapes how believers understand marriage. In Matthew 19:6, Jesus declares: “So they are no longer two but one flesh. What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate”. This command challenges us to honour marriage as […]
Read More OTKC 27 – Honour Marriage as SacredWhat happens after an encounter with Jesus? We could be a: Worshipper – showing love and devotion to Jesus in words and deeds Warrior – gaining an awareness of spiritual warfare and being equipped Worker – operating in line with the Lord’s instructions for mission accomplished Witness – sharing observations of what you experience Him […]
Read More Dryden Shorts – After Encountering JesusDay 4: 1 Timothy 2:1–15 — Instructions for Worship and Community Life Reading: Guidelines for prayer and conduct in worship Study Questions: 1. Observation: What priorities does Paul establish for corporate worship and prayer? Paul’s priorities include communal opportunities to communicate with God; different types of prayers hold great significance for Paul, and he expects […]
Read More WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 4 – 2:1–15 — Worship Instructions
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