Hold the Line
Sermon Notes
Welcome, CityBridge Family! This morning, David Leventhal is kicking off our new sermon series on 1 Timothy. Over the next 19 weeks, we will unpack this letter, growing in our ability to discern and protect the truth of God's Word. Together, we will strive to live out that truth in holiness, purity, and love in a way that shows the world Christ is who He says He is—and that He changes everything about everything.
Today, David Leventhal will be unpacking the who, what, when, where, and why, highlighting key verses and themes before diving into the first couple of verses. Additionally, a reading plan is available for you to follow each week, complete with discussion questions in the CityBridge App!
Key Takeaways
The Who, What, When, Where, and Why of 1 Timothy
Wing #1: Guarding the Truth
Wing #2: Growing in Godliness
Discussion Questions
What types of false teaching (e.g., Prosperity Gospel, Moral Relativism) do you see influencing today's culture? How can we guard against these as a church?
How are you growing in your knowledge of God's Word to build discernment and stay anchored in truth?
Paul's life shows that no one is beyond God's redemption. How does this truth encourage you in your faith or in sharing the gospel or your testimony with others?
Jesus was faithful & they crucified Him. Paul was faithful & they beheaded him. Timothy was faithful & they beat him to death. What's going to be your legacy?
We are accountable for the teachings we take in and share. What steps can you take today to protect yourself from false teaching and grow in discernment about what you hear and believe?
1 Timothy 1:5 says, "The aim of our charge is love that issues from. pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith." How can we ensure that truth and love go hand in hand in our relationships with others?
