Because God appointed Paul an apostle to the gentiles, commissioned to preach the Gospel and organize the churches on a sound footing of Gospel truth, we must, like Timothy heed his instruction and join him in the blessing that is ours in Christ. I. Authorship: Who Wrote this Letter? v 1 II. To Whom Did Paul Write This Letter and Why? v 2a III. The Blessing Promised to Those Who Hold Fast to Christ by Faith v 2b