OTKC 31 – Beware the Leaven of the Pharisees

“Watch out; beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees.” (Matthew 16:6, ESVUK) Following Jesus was never meant to be a journey shaped by outward appearances or religious performance. He calls us to authentic faith—a faith rooted in reality, humility, and love for the Father. This is not simply a caution about doctrine—it is […]

WIWO: 2 Timothy Final Day: Looking Back & Pressing On

Day 11: Looking Back & Pressing On Read 2 Timothy straight through Memory verse: Pick the verse that most shaped you. Chapter 1 Contender vs 13-14 – Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. By the Holy Spirit who […]

WIWO: 2 Timothy Day 9: The Approved Workman

Day 9: The Approved Workman Read 2 Timothy 3:10-17 Memory verse: 2 Tim 3:16-17 – All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work. Context: Recall the persecutions Paul mentions; where […]

WIWO: 1 Timothy Final Day 10: Application

Final Day 10: Application Areas to Consider Leadership: How will you lead with greater integrity and character? Focus on Jesus, daily repent and daily believe, regularly hold myself accountable to the spiritually mature, constantly seek to be filled with the Spirit, persistently pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness, humble myself and practice purity […]

WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 9 – Living Out 1 Timothy

Day 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 […]

WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 8 – 1 Timothy 6:3–19 — Paul’s Closing Words

Day 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 […]

WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 3 – 1:12–20 — Paul’s Testimony

Day 3: 1 Timothy 1:12–20 — Paul’s Testimony and Charge to Timothy Reading: Paul’s personal testimony and instructions to Timothy Study Questions: 1. Observation: How does Paul describe his own transformation and calling? Paul recognises that it took the grace and mercy of God to rescue him from his sins. Indeed, he sees himself as […]

WIWO: 1 Timothy Day 2 – Focus 1:1–11 — The Problem

Day 2: 1 Timothy 1:1–11 — Greeting and the Problem of False Teaching Reading: Paul’s greeting and initial warnings about false doctrine Study Questions: 1. Observation: What specific problems with false teaching does Paul identify? Myths and endless genealogies that promote speculation. A misapplication of the law of God. These teachings distract saints from what […]

Paul & Sons: 07 – Family Matters

(This is part of the series exploring Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus. You can catch up on the series so far by clicking here. This entry considers Paul’s writings to Timothy covered in 1 Timothy 5.) There are different metaphors used in scripture to represent the church. The church is referred to as being […]

Paul & Sons: 06 – As For You …

(This is part of the series exploring Paul’s letters to Timothy and Titus. You can catch up on the series so far by clicking here. This entry considers Paul’s writings to Timothy covered in 1 Timothy 4.) Paul loves the gospel, loves Jesus and loves His church. This is why he’s sending Timothy, trusting him […]