In 1 Timothy 3:1-9 Paul warns Timothy to avoid those who claim to be followers of Jesus, but who are content to live in their sin and are unwilling to let His grace change or transform their lives. For the rest of us though, Christians who do want our lives to count for Christ, the reality is that if we run thoughtlessly through life, following the practices and advice of the world around us, however much we may desire to live for Him, our lives will ultimately look no different from those of the people Paul is warning Timothy about.

In all of our houses, there are things we love - and things we wish weren't there. It's the same with our lives. There are things we're proud of - and there are things we wish weren't there. Where do we go from here? Is it possible to be cleansed of these unwanted things? If so, how? Listen to find out more.

Jesus' last words emphasized the importance of disciple-making. Paul's letter to Timothy reiterates the same theme. What is disciple-making and why does it seem to matter so much to Jesus and Paul?

When a person is looking for a church to belong to, they're likely going to want to know what the worship is like, how well-organized the kids program is, and if the church is serving in their local community. Those are all important things, but none of them are quite as important to the health of a church than the church being led by a good pastor. Paul tells Timothy what a good pastor looks like. Listen to find out more.

Paul knew what was important for Timothy to know in order to finish his race well. Because of that, Paul took time out of his last days on earth to urge Timothy about what he should "always remember". What do we need to remember if we want to follow Paul and Timothy's examples?

After telling Timothy to be a good soldier, he brings up two more illustrations for Timothy to embody - that of an athlete and that of a farmer. What in the world is that all about? Listen to find out more.

Paul tells Timothy to be a good soldier. What exactly does that mean for Timothy? Good soldiers endure suffering, are single-minded, and obey quickly. Listen to find out more.

In 2 Timothy 1, Paul tells Timothy about some friends who have deserted him and some friends who have been helpful to him. It shows the incalculable value of a faithful friend. Do you have one of those? Are YOU one of those?

Paul's in jail when he writes this letter, and he gives Timothy the reason for his jailing. But Paul is not ashamed. He has no regrets. And he urges Timothy to live an unashamed life.

In Paul's letter to Timothy, he urges Timothy to "fan into flame the gift of God that is in him." What is this gift? Why does it need fanned into flame? Ultimately, why does it matter?