Christian Contentment Described: Chapter 1

A study based on the book "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment" by Jeremiah Burroughs

Speaker: Michael Crosswhite

Review of 1 & 2 Timothy // Paul provides a framework for faithful Christian living and leadership in a deteriorating world addressing how the church should guard the gospel, structure leadership, and faithfully endure.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

Finish the Race (2 Timothy 4:1-22) // Paul calls believers to faithfully preach the Word with endurance and diligence, even amid opposition and desertion, trusting that the Lord will sustain them to keep the faith.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

Scripture and the Last Days (2 Timothy 2:20-3:17) // Paul teaches that a life shaped by sound doctrine and Scripture produces holiness, endurance, and gentle, faithful ministry, making believers useful vessels for God’s purposes in a corrupt world.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

Strength in Grace and Endurance (2 Timothy 2:1-26) // Strength in grace produces endurance that multiplies faithful disciples.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

A Rational Celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ // The resurrection of Jesus Christ proves His divine identity and truth, confirms the reliability of Scripture, reveals God’s character, secures forgiveness and justification, defeats death, and gives believers a living hope of eternal life.

Resurrection Sunday // Bob Brooks

Fan into Flame the Gift (2 Timothy 1:1-18) // Timothy is called to courageously cultivate God’s gift, boldly endure suffering without shame, and faithfully guard the gospel by the power of the Holy Spirit.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

Godliness with Contentment (1 Timothy 6:1-21) // Paul warns against false teaching and greed, urging believers to live honorably, pursue godliness with contentment, use wealth generously, and faithfully guard the truth of the gospel.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

Honor and Discipline within the Church (1 Timothy 5:1-25) // Paul instructs Timothy on how believers should relate to one another within the church as a family and gives detailed guidance for caring for widows, honoring faithful elders, and maintaining integrity in leadership.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

Training in Godliness (1 Timothy 4:1-16) // Paul urges Timothy to resist false teaching by training in godliness, teaching the truth, and living as a faithful example to others.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks