1 Timothy 1: The Goal is Love

Summary

Paul opens his letter to Timothy by reminding Timothy that the goal of our instruction, the aim of our life, is doing what is eternally best for others, no matter the cost. There are some people in Ephesus who have missed that point. They are using their words and platform to make much of themselves, rather than loving God and loving others. Timothy is called to correct these people, and to point people back to making the main thing the main thing: the gospel.

Key Takeaways

  • The goal of our instruction/aim of our charge is doing what is eternally best for others, no matter the cost (love)

  • Content/learning is not bad, but content that doesn't lead to conduct change is missing the point

  • Godliness and doctrine are found at the intersection of content and conduct

  • The Gospel is God's perfect example of love lived out

  • God saved Paul so that Paul could serve as an example for others so that they too will believe

    • The mortal enemy of the church made into its greatest missionary

  • Use your story of grace in the same way that Paul used his, to invite others into a relationship with Jesus

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