V1-4. What does Paul tell us here concerning the origin and the aims of his ministry? What was the basis of his assurance? Answer: The origins come from Christ himself before time began. His assurance is the knowledge of his election by Christ to spread the Word. This same assurance is stated in most, if not all, of the other books that Paul authors.
Verses 10-14. What was wrong with those whom Paul criticizes here? Make a list of their faults and failings. How, by contrast, are sincerity and genuineness revealed? Answer: Those that Paul discusses here are those who put their faith in the Law not Christ or the Word. Their faults and failings include ruining households esp. for financial gain, both their mind and conscience are corrupted, and they claim to know God but their actions deny him.
V6-9. Make a list of the qualifications desirable in a Christian minister which are mentioned here. Compare them with those stated in 1 Tim 3:1-13. Answer: The elder must be blameless, only have one wife, who’s children obey, not overbearing, not quick tempered, not given to drunkenness, not violent, not pursuing dishonest gain, hospitable, loves what is good, holy and disciplined, and hold true to the Message.
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