We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Personal Bible Notes - Thessalonians and Timothy


(Refer to my 9/25/18 post about the margin notes in my Bible, and why I decided to share them on this blog.)

1 Thessalonians:

2:13: Paul’s message is from the Lord.
5:9: Regarding salvation vs damnation — not regarding rapture.

2 Thessalonians

1:8-9:  Hell is real.
2:9-10:  False signs & wonders—people don’t accept truth.
3:9:  Teachers have a right to getting support.
3:14-15: Church discipline.

1 Timothy:
1:3-4: Teach no other doctrine.

2:4-6: Only one mediator.
2:8: Men lead in prayer
2:12-14: No women teachers, not church leaders.

3:8: “hypocritical” — “double-tongued”
3:9:  Sound in doctrine.

4:1-3: Later times and false teachers.
4:4-5: All food is good.
4:6: Point out error!
4:16: Watch life & doctrine.

5:17-18: Paid elders.
5:20:  Publicly rebuke leaders.

6:3-5: False teachers do it especially for money.

2 Timothy:

2:17:  Paul names names!
2:23: Reject foolish arguments.
4:1-4: Teach sound doctrine even though people want fluff
4:14: Paul names his opponent.

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