Qualified widows have special work to do within the church. Learn what it means to be qualified to be enrolled for this special service. Younger women should also heed these qualifications as something to which to aspire.

Being "poor in spirit" is mandatory to be a part of the kingdom of heaven. Those who are "poor in spirit" have realized their complete inadequacy before a holy God and their need for salvation through Jesus Christ.

Building upon his concern for Timothy as a young leader, Paul turns his attention to address Timothy's relationships with those in the local church. In verses 3-8, Paul specifically addresses church leadership's relationship with widows in the church.

As Christians, we are thankful for a God who meets our needs and offers us joy and purpose in our lives. We must also think deeply about God's ultimate gift to us: salvation from our sins.

Adam preaches Matthew 5:1-2. This crucial message prepares for Jesus' most well-known and most misunderstood sermon.

Adam preaches 1 Tim. 4:11-16. True ministry success is speaking the truth, overcoming youthful criticism, making much of the Word, exercising the Spirit's gifting, habitually practicing God's expectations, staying focused, and staying faithful.

Adam preaches Matthew 4:23-25. Here in the final section of Matthew's conclusion, Matthew summarizes Jesus' ministry and right to be called Messiah while looking forward to Jesus' message and miracles.

Adam teaches from 1 Timothy 4:6-10. In contrast to the external restrictions of the false teachers at Ephesus, Paul outlines the spiritual disciplines of the good servant who pursues godliness as his ministry goal.

Adam preaches Matthew 4:18-22. As Messiah, Jesus issued a reasonable call to the men who would become His closest followers. Immediately the two groups of brothers responded, an appropriate reaction to the words of the One who had already been proven as the Messiah.

Adam teaches from 1 Timothy 4:1-5. Paul continues his instruction about what the church must be. The Church must be on guard against false teachers who desecrate the Word of God by adding commands to what is already perfect.