Introduction & Background to 1st Timothy

1st Timothy is both ancient and contemporary. Paul’s letter pulses with urgency: its diagnosis of false teaching, pastoral burnout, and communal drift is as relevant today as in the first century. Yet, it is also filled with hope—a vision for a church that is sound in belief and vibrant in godly living. We invite you to explore this book alongside our series. Ask the hard questions about church and let the Scripture challenge your thinking. Our goal for this study is to observe God’s blueprint for the church and set a course for our church, individually and collectively, to put the teaching of this book into practice.