FLBC Pastoral Epistle Final Study Guide

What does Paul tell Timothy to do in vv. 3-4? (1 pt)

To charge certain persons not to teach any different doctrine, to stop them from believing in false myths and everything else that only takes away from the stewardship of God.

What is the trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance? (vs. 15) (1 pt)

Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost.

Write out five qualifications for the office of overseer. (2 pts)

1. Must be above reproach

2. The husband of one wife

3. Sober-minded and self-controlled

4. Not a lover of money

5. Able to teach

Write out four qualifications for the office of deacon. (2 pts)

1. Dignified and not double-tongued

2. Not addicted to much wine

3. Not greedy for dishonest gain

4. Hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience

Why does Paul say that he is writing this letter to Timothy? (vs. 15) (1 pt)

To instruct him on how to conduct the church and uphold its values.

What holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come? (vs 8) (1 pt)

Godliness with contentment

List two commands that Paul gives to Timothy in 1:6-14. (2 pts)

1. To fan into flame the gift of God

2. To not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord

How does Paul describe the work of Jesus Christ in 2 Timothy 1? (1 pt)

He says that Christ has abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel, he also says that Jesus called us to a holy calling after he had saved us. (verses 9-10)

What do we learn about Paul’s situation in 2:9? (1 pt)

We learn that he is most likely bound in prison right now but he knows that the Gospel will not be stopped by this.

What are the sacred writings (Scripture) able to do according to 2 Tim 3:15? (1 pt)

They are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

How does Paul describe Holy Scripture in 2 Tim 3:16-17? (2 pts)

Paul describes Holy Scripture as inspired by God and profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness, equipping believers for every good work.

In Titus 1:2, Paul writes that God promised eternal life before the ages began. How was this eternal life manifested in time and history, according to Titus 1:3? (1 pt)

It was manifested through Jesus through His death on the cross, because that is by which we have the good news, because without His death and Resurrection we would not have life nor the good news

According to Titus 1:5, where did Paul leave Titus and why? (2 pts)

Paul left Titus in Crete to set in order the things that were lacking and appoint elders in every city as he commanded.

What effect does the grace of God have on people according to Titus 2:11-12? (2 pts)

The grace of God brings salvation to all people, instructing them to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age.

According to Titus 2:14, what did Jesus do and what was the purpose for what he did? (2 pts)

Jesus gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good works.

According to verse 5, by what means did God save us? (2 pts)

He saved us by washing away our sins giving us new life through the Holy Spirit. The cleansing that comes only from the Holy Spirit.

Which three of Paul’s letters are commonly called the Pastoral Epistles?

1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus.

What do we know about the pastoral roles of Titus and Timothy?

They are temporary roles, not intended for longer time

What do we know about these last letters, most likely written toward the end of Paul's life and ministry?

They were likely the last letters he ever wrote

Which missionary journey was 1 Tim written?

4th

Why was 1 Tim Written?

The Ephesian church was struggling with false teaching, and Paul writes to Timothy, who will teach and instruct and correct the Ephesian church on such matters. (Schreiner, Handbook, 373).

According to 1 Timothy 1, what is likely to have been one of the main problems with the false teachers?

They did not properly distinguish between law and gospel. They did not understand the true purpose of the law.

According to 1 Tim. 6:3 what is Paul’s criteria for judging doctrine?

a. It must agree with "the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ"

b. It must agree with "the teaching that accords with godliness"

When did Paul write 1 Timothy?

AD 64-65. After his first Roman imprisonment and before his martyrdom in AD 67 (Schreiner)

When Paul wrote 1-2 Timothy, where was Timothy?

Timothy was in Ephesus.

When Paul wrote Titus, where was Titus?

Titus was in Crete.

What does Paul realize about his second imprisonment?

He realizes he likely wont be released

When did Paul write 2 Timothy?

Since Paul wrote 2 Timothy shortly before his death, it was probably written in A.D. 64–65

When did Paul write Titus?

Paul probably wrote Titus sometime after his release from his first Roman imprisonment in AD 62. (Schreiner)

In what order where the Pastoral Epistles written?

1 Tim, Titus, 2 Tim

What is the Theme for Titus?

The theme of Titus is the inseparable link between faith and practice, belief and behavior. This truth is the basis for its critique of false teaching as well as its instruction in Christian living and qualifications for church leaders. (ESV Study Bible)

What was the purpose for Paul’s letter to Titus?

To encourage Titus to complete the assignment given to him in Titus 1:5 and to stand firm against his opponents

What was the landscape of Crete

Kostenberger: Crete is 3,219 square miles in size, and because of the mountainous nature of the island, travel is not always easy, especially since “there is little evidence for a Roman road system.” Thus Titus was faced with a formidable challenge, both logistically and theologically (in light of the false teachers).