First Timothy is one of three pastoral letters written by the Apostle Paul. He wrote itto instruct and encourage his younger protégé Timothy how to lead the Ephesian church with wisdom, courage, and faithfulness. Paul emphasizes the importance of sound doctrine, godly leadership, public worship, and holy living. He describes how the church should conduct herself as "the household of God" (1 Tim. 3:15). Throughout the letter, Paul calls for all believers to reject false teaching, guard the gospel, and pursue Christlike character so that the church may faithfully bear witness to God’s truth in the world.

We’ll study 1 Timothy for six weeks between June 28 and August 2, covering one chapter of Stott’s study guide per week. We’ll seek to understand the letter’s original context and how it applies in today’s church. We’ll also use this same study guide again in a few months when we study Paul’s letter to Titus.