Sermons on 1 Timothy 3:14-4:5:

Great Hope In Jesus Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Oct 1, 2010

“I feel so much better since I gave up hope!” The bumper-sticker shocked me. I couldn’t believe his cynicism – the blatant hopelessness now on display with every word and gesture. He was barely enduring life’s struggles – just surviving. This type of..

“I feel so much better since I gave up hope!” The bumper-sticker shocked me. It disturbed me so deeply, I followed the truck and asked the man, “How do you live without hope?” I couldn’t believe his cynicism – the blatant hopelessness now on display with every word and gesture. He was barely ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Jan 20, 2010

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see a man named Paul share w/Timothy a few important pieces of information to learn @ Scripture. And we’ll see that these important lessons show the true value of the Bible. These lessons will show us tha

Intro: Since we’ve moved into this building 2 months ago we’ve experienced explosive growth! We’re in the midst of a paradigm shift in ministry. Some of the stuff we’re going thru right now is simply growing pains. But while a lot of things are changing around here, there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Code Of Personal Ethics For The Followers Of Christ!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 10, 2010

In this age of cutting corners, 'cheating' in schools, and work, it becomes more important then ever that we as followers of the Lord be examples of both believer and sinner. Jesus said in Matthew 7:20 (KJV) Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.

Code of Personal Ethics for the Followers of Christ! In this age of cutting corners, 'cheating' in schools, and work, it becomes more important then ever that we as followers of the Lord be examples of both believer and sinner. Jesus said in Matthew 7:20 (KJV) Wherefore by their fruits ye shall ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-12

Body Behavior

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 4, 2010

Paul told Timothy in 1Timothy 3:15, “I have written so that you will know how people ought to act in God's household.” Proper church behavior includes Accountability, Compassion, and Transparency.

Body Behavior: How to Act in God’s Household 1 Timothy 3:14-15 Introduction: Paul told Timothy in 1Timothy 3:15, “I have written so that you will know how people ought to act in God's household.” While there are right and wrong ways to act when attending church services, Paul is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

End Time Drama

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 21, 2009

The events that I believe will take place before Jesus returns.

END TIME DRAMA (What I Believe Will Happen Before Jesus Returns) By Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION I’ve been talking to you about the clash between Israel and the Palestinians which is a clash between President Sharon and Yassar Arafat. But deeper than that it is a clash between two cultures: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Watchful

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 13, 2009

In this sermon out line we try to encourage the children of God to be watchful in all things. We do not want be as the those who should have been praying to be found sleeping. The enemy will try to take advantage of us if we are not careful and try to rob

Watchful (2 Tim 4:5 KJV) But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry. In this sermon out line we try to encourage the children of God to be watchful in all things. We do not want be as the those who should have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

"The Living Church"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 23, 2008

A sermon for Reformation Sunday. The Living Church of the Living God has a Biblical mandate to uphold and hold forth the Living Word.

(Upholder of the truth) “I am writing these things to you, hoping to come to you before long; 15 but in case I am delayed, I write so that you will know how one ought to conduct himself in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and support of the truth. 16 By ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Orthodox

Lesson 2: The Rapture

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 17, 2008

What are the signs of the Lord’s return?

A. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? What will happen immediately after the rapture begins to take place before it happens. 1. Signs in nature, i.e., famine, earthquakes, plague (Matt. 24:7). 2. Signs in society. a. Lawlessness (II Tim. 4:1-3ff). b. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

"A Good Minister” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 1, 2008

To be so nourished and fed in God’s Word so you can instruct, lead, and guide the flock as a pastor.

1. Remember, we’re studying through a note that was written from the aged, the seasoned, a mature Apostle Paul. a. To the young, growing, maturing protégé Timothy. 1 Tim. 3.14-15 These things I write to you, though I hope to come to you shortly; 15 but if I am delayed, I write so that you may know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spotting Godly Men (Part 2: Character) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God makes godly men to lead us to love Jesus.

Scripture Introduction The Bible chapter God has for us today, may seem, at first, related only to a few: “What help for me comes from the qualifications for overseer or deacon?” Before we hear the passage, therefore, please consider two thoughts. First, the aim and dynamic (what godliness ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beware Of Seducing Spirits

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jun 20, 2008

Paul is writing here about a "last day" condition.

1 TIM. 4:1 “BEWARE OF SEDUCING SPIRITS” A) Paul here was writing about a “last day” condition … “The Spirit speaketh expressly …” * The Greek word for “expressly” is “rhetos” and means: “In specific terms, in plain words, or distinctly, so that there can be no question about what is being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Truth (Part 1)

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

The epistemological validity of the Christian Faith. The relativism of Christianity in a postmodern world.

"I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of truth." Paul has clearly stated his reason for writing Timothy in the above verses (1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

Knowing The Truth (Part 2)

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Christianity in a postmodern world.

I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of truth. THE OCCASION FOR WRITING During Paul’s second missionary journey (a mission ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

The Uniqueness Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 12, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is 1 Timothy 3:16

(based on a series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVER JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: 1 TIMOTHY 3:16 TITLE: “THE UNIQUENESS OF JESUS” OPEN: A. Scripture tells us: 1. Col. 3:16 – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Names For The New Testament Church

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Apr 28, 2008

How to identify who the Church is.

Three Names for the New Testament Church I Timothy 3:15-16 KJV Intro: I would like to look at another passage and use it for our introduction today. Lets look at Acts 2:41-42 and see what is in that text today. Acts 2:41-42 says…. 41. Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist