2 Timothy
Introduction
The thoughts and note material given on these pages are only a possible suggestion of the meaning, they must not be taken as inspired, however they are prayerfully prepared and compared with other similar material. There are many ways in which God’s Word can be analyzed and none must be taken in place of the Word of God itself.

2 Timothy
WRITER. 2 Timothy was written by Paul
Timothy was the son of a Greek father and a devout Jewish mother named Eunice. He worked with Paul from the time of the second missionary journey Acts 16:1-3; 2 Tim. 1:5.
Reason: Paul’s situation has changed since he wrote 1 Timothy. He is now a prisoner in Rome, probably facing the death sentence very soon. 2 Tim 4:6. Most of Paul’s working team had departed, only Luke had remained 2 Tim 4:11.
Even during this low time Paul is only concerned for the ministry of the Gospel and to encourage Timothy in the work. Tychicus has been sent to Ephesus to release Timothy to come to Paul. 2 Tim 4:12; 2 Tim 4:9
The letter Outline:
Greetings, Salutation and Encouragement 2 Tim 1:1-18
Greetings 2 Tim 1:1,2
Timothy’s faith 2 Tim 1:3-5
Suffering for the faith 2 Tim 1:8-12
Spiritual Loyalty 2 Tim 1:13-18
The Gospel Ministry 2 Tim 2:1-26
For others 2 Tim 2:1-2
As a soldier 2 Tim 2:3-4
As an Athlete 2 Tim 2:5
As a Farmer 2 Tim 2:6,7
As a workman 2 Tim 2:14-18
As the vessel or container 2 Tim 2:19-22
The servant 2 Tim 2:23-26
Further encouragement 2 Tim 3:1-17
Turn away from the false teachers 2 Tim 3:1-9
Follow the truth 2 Tim 3:10-12
Center on the Word of God 2 Tim 3:13-17
Paul appeals to Timothy 2 Tim 4:1-22
Preach the Word 2 Tim 4:1-4
Complete your ministry 2 Tim 4:5-8
Final notes and greetings 2 Tim 4:9-22

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2 Timothy
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