Sermons on 1 Timothy 4:

Standing Out

Contributed by Jonathan Coleman on Nov 18, 2012

A sermon I preached to my youth group regarding the qualities to be an example of believers mentioned in 1st Tim. 4:12. The qualities will help Born-again teenagers, and all who hear, stand out among their worldly peers, while at the same time leading the

Standing Out Thank you for the opportunity to speak tonight. In preparing for this sermon, when considering my audience I found it most appropriate to preach to you tonight from 1st Tim. 4: 12. Let’s go there “Don’t let anyone look down on your because you are young; but be an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Holiness

Let No Man Despise Your Youth

Contributed by David Wilson on Jul 21, 2011

Paul's statement to Timothy was not that Timothy demand respect, but that he earn by setting a example in a number of spiritual disciplines.

I Timothy 4:12-16 CONTEXT: Throughout this letter, Paul has given Timothy careful instructions about proper worship, qualifications of leaders—both deacons and pastors—the conduct of women in worship, etc. The summation of his letter really begins in chapter 3: 15-16: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Clearly Says Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 12, 2011

1- The Spirit says some will abandon the faith 2- The Spirit says some will follow deception 3- The Spirit says some will forbid good

INTRO.- ILL.- Truth In Politics. It was election time and a politician decided to go out to the local reservation and try to get the Native American vote. They were all assembled in the Council Hall to hear the speech. The politician had worked up to his finale, and the crowd was getting more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If You Point Out These Things Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 12, 2011

1- Point out the importance of godliness 2- Point out the assistance of exercise 3- Point out the acceptance of salvation

INTRO. - ILL.- Preacher G. Campbell Morgan who passed away in 1945 once told this story about his granddaughter, Penelope. One day Penelope rushed indoors shouting, “Oh, mama, there’s a big black bear in the backyard!” Her mother said, “You know perfectly well that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Command And Teach These Things Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 20, 2011

Command and teach things that affect our lives. 1- Don’t let others look down on you 2- Devote yourself to ministry 3- Don’t neglect your gift 4- Diligence will pay off 5- Doctrine is important

INTRO.- Command and teach! Strong words. ILL.- It’s been said that it is not the dog’s keen smell or hearing that has endeared him to modern man, it’s his uncomplaining readiness to obey and lavish affection on his human friends. A dog is loyal, loving, and lovable, even if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Heed Unto Yourself And Unto The Doctrine

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 5, 2013

Every one called to minister the word of God must first of all take heed unto himself. It is when your life is according to the will of God that your ministry can be approved of God.

TAKE HEED UNTO THYSELF AND UNTO THE DOCTRINE 'Take heed unto thyself and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.' 1 Tim. 4:16. In remarking upon these words We shall consider four things: I. THE RESPECTS IN WHICH A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Guidelines For Youth Ministry

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 2, 2012

Paul encouraged Timothy in his demanding service with these words and set forth an example for him that would lead to success and leadership.

Guidelines for Youth Ministers - I Tim. 4:12-16 (A charge for a new youth director, the church and the youth). Illustration: A youth pastor wanted to illustrate something to his students. He placed some valuable objects on small tables around the room. On one of the tables was a Bible. There was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Faithful Saying-4

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 19, 2012

What we invest in, in this life, we should make sure it has eternal dividends!!

Faithful Saying-Paul is going to be giving his young preacher boys some topics that they should preach on, these topics had been and should be preached on time and time again, so much they had become sayings, just like we have sayings. 1 Timothy 4:8-9-For bodily exercise profits a little, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Was Jesus Married?

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Sep 22, 2012

A response to claims that "evidence" that Jesus was married is “apt to send jolts through the world of biblical scholarship - and beyond.”

Was Jesus Married? “Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly.” 1 Timothy 4:7 “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” 1 Peter 3:15 Popular characters tend to be used, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 29, 2012

Certain people stand out becasue they just do it, they set an example, they conduct themselves as a christian, they show love to all, they have faith in Christ, and they live a life of purity,they just do it.

1 Timothy 4:12-15 "Just Do It" 1. First let us Consider some stand out guys: • Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Michael Phelps, Vanessa & Serena Williams,Helen Keller the 1st death blind person to earn a bachelor degree in arts, and went on to become a world famous speaker and author , ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-15

Denomination: Methodist

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

Deceived

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 24, 2012

in the last days people will, fall away from faith, be seduced by false spirits, listen to doctrines of devils--they will be Deceived

Intro: circus coming to Montgomery—sold tickets for this company—went to work one day, no phones, no office furniture—no paycheck—this group had ripped me off, and Montgomery Alabama—they had no connection to a circus—scam—deceived— There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Divine Spark Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 1, 2012

How to trigger your spiritual gifts

How to trigger your spiritual gifts! Sometimes, when you plug an electrical appliance into an outlet, you may notice a small blue spark. In most situations, this is a normal event as the electrons begin to flow into the appliance's power cord. A spark is triggered when the electric field strength ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

"The Way To Preach When Apostasy Comes Into The Church" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 7, 2013

The early church dealt with false teachers telling the church that certain foods and even marriage and sexual relations within marriage were sinful and should be avoided. This message deals with Paul's approach in coaching Timothy to deal with this.

THE WAY TO PREACH WHEN APOSTASY COMES INTO THE CHURCH 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Dorn Ridge, July 07, 2013 The following link will take you to an MP3 recording of this sermon: http://chirb.it/q4DEp9 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Apostle Paul's Guidelines For A Cross-Generational Ministry Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 13, 2013

In any ministry it can be challenging to minister with every age group of the Church. This message deals with advice Paul gives to the young preacher Timothy to do just that.

“THE APOSTLE PAUL’S GUIDELINES FOR A CROSS-GENERATIONAL MINISTRY” 1 Timothy 4:12; 5:1-2 Dorn Ridge, July 14, 2013 INTRODUCTION: 1.) One of the challenges that is often faced within ministry is to bridge the age gap within the church and minister to all ages of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-2, 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ