November 16, 2025
After providing an analogy to further support what was said in verse 19, Paul emphasizes Timothy’s role as a “peacemaker”.
2025-11-09 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 28
November 9, 2025
With this paragraph, Paul reminds Timothy of the need to persevere in the presence of the false teachers.
2025-11-02 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 27
November 2, 2025
As he concludes his appeal for Timothy to remain faithful, Paul provides the theological basis for that appeal.
2025-10-26 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles, Part 26
October 26, 2025
Following a brief digression to remind Timothy of the disloyalty of “all who are in Asia”, Paul resumes his appeal to Timothy.
2025-10-19 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 25
October 19, 2025
Paul encourages Timothy to remain steadfast in the face of opposition and reminds him of the Holy Spirit’s role in the gospel ministry.
2025-09-07 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 23
September 7, 2025
Paul concludes his letter to Titus with a final warning against the false teachers, followed by a few closing instructions and greetings.
2025-08-31 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 22
August 31, 2025
The grace of God that we have received should be evident in gracious behavior toward all people.
2025-08-24 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 21
August 24, 2025
Following a brief word on the conduct of bondservants, Paul reminds his readers that the gospel is the basis for proper Christian living.
2025-08-17 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 20
August 17, 2025
The teaching of sound doctrine, positively expressed in the observable conduct of believers, is vital to the character and reputation of the church.
2025-08-10 Jim Swanson – Pastoral Epistles Part 19
August 10, 2025
The difficult task of creating order among a famously uncivilized population is made even harder by the presence of false teachers.