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After considering the nature of the office we now consider the qualifications for the office. We see that Paul has in mind present realities in the life of the leader and also the overarching description of “above reproach”.

As Paul moves on in his letter to Timothy he takes time to give instruction about leadership in the church. In this sermon we first look at the office itself and then in the coming weeks we will explore the qualifications of the office.

In this sermon we step aside from our study in first Timothy and consider the baptism of Jesus as recorded in the gospels.

In this sermon we continue to look at Paul’s instruction to the women in the church and how they are given unique opportunity for good through the bringing up of godly children.

In this sermon we consider the Biblical basis for Paul’s instruction to the women in the life of the church. While many argue that distinctions between men and women are merely cultural, we find Paul going right back to the created order established in Genesis!

In this sermon we continue to look at Paul’s instruction for the woman and they fulfil their God given role in the assembly of the saints. As the Lord of the church, Jesus has established some boundaries that we must understand and respect as His people.

In this sermon Dave opens up the next verses in 1 Tmothy 2 as Paul explains further how men and women should conduct themselves in the church of God. Though these are sensitive issues in our present day, we should willingly submit ourselves to the word of God.

As Paul is urging the church at Ephesus to continue in prayer and points out that God’s desire is for the salvation of all people, he grounds his statements in some foundational truths that are meant to serve as foundations for us personally and also as an appeal to nations.

In this sermon we consider what Paul’s means by saying that God desires all people to be saved and that Jesus is the ransom for all. While it can be a controversial issue, it is important that we avoid some of the common misconceptions regarding God’s means of salvation through Christ.

As Paul concludes his opening words to Timothy, he begins to address the congregation. Of the many issues Paul could have started with he chose to start with prayer as the main priority for the church!