The true gain of godliness is godliness itself. A life of fellowship with Christ (godliness) produces a life of contentment in Christ.

A charge for Timothy to be faithful to his ministry, and helping him understand how to deal with those who will oppose him.

What Christ expected from slaves who had believing masters.

Suffering for Christ in community.

How would believers under the yoke of slavery use their slavery to serve Christ?

Christ expects His people to be fearless and faithful as they face challenging circumstances.

Christ is enough for His people, no matter what they are facing.

Revelation 2:8-11 gives Christ's encouragment for the church in Smyrna. They were facing difficult times, and it was going to get worse. These are Christ's instructions for how they would remain faithful to Him. .

The church has the responsibility to ordain men into the eldership. She must do so with caution.