The First Epistle To Timothy - Executable Outlines
The First Epistle To Timothy - Executable Outlines
The First Epistle To Timothy - Executable Outlines
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Mark A. Copeland<br />
[What is the ultimate goal of “<strong>The</strong> Christian’s Jihad”? In the words of our text...]<br />
II. WE MUST LAY HOLD OF ETERNAL LIFE<br />
A. LAYING HOLD OF THE FUTURE HOPE...<br />
1. Paul likely has reference to that which is yet to be realized<br />
a. That which is promised by God - Ti 1:2<br />
b. That which is our inheritance - Ti 3:7<br />
c. That which will be received at the Judgment - Mt 25:46<br />
2. <strong>To</strong> lay hold (seize) this hope, there are things we must do<br />
a. Be set free from sin, become slaves to God, produce holiness - Ro 6:22-23<br />
b. Do good, be willing to share - 1 Ti 6:17-19<br />
-- Are we patiently doing good, seeking glory, honor and immortality? - cf. Ro 2:7<br />
B. LAYING HOLD OF THE PRESENT POSSESSION...<br />
1. John uses the phrase “eternal life” as a blessing enjoyed in this life<br />
a. God has given us eternal life, it is life in His Son - 1 Jn 5:11-12<br />
b. John writes that we might know we have this life - 1 Jn 5:13<br />
c. This life involves a knowledge of the Father and the Son - Jn 17:2-3; 1 Jn 5:20<br />
2. <strong>To</strong> lay hold (seize) this abundant life (Jn 10:10), there are things we must do<br />
a. Walk in the light - 1 Jn 1:5-7<br />
b. Keep the commandments of the Lord - 1 Jn 2:3-6<br />
c. Love the brethren - 1 Jn 3:14-15<br />
d. Abide in the doctrine of Christ, that you might enjoy fellowship with both the Father and<br />
the Son- 2 Jn 9<br />
-- Are we sacrificing self for Christ’s sake, that we might enjoy blessings in this life<br />
and the one to come? - cf. Mk 10:28-30<br />
CONCLUSION<br />
1. Note what Paul wrote about his “struggle” as he came to the end of his life... - 2 Ti 4:7<br />
a. “I have fought the good fight”<br />
b. “I have kept the faith”<br />
2. Note also what he looked forward to receiving on the Judgment Day - 2 Ti 4:8<br />
a. <strong>The</strong> crown of righteousness<br />
b. Given to him by the Lord, the righteous Judge<br />
If we desire to receive the same, then let us heed his admonition given to <strong>Timothy</strong>:<br />
“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also<br />
called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many<br />
witnesses.” - 1Ti 6:12<br />
Have you made the good confession (Ro 10:9-10)? Have you been clothed with Christ in baptism (Ga<br />
3:27)? Are you engaged in “<strong>The</strong> Christian’s Jihad”...?<br />
Sermons From <strong>First</strong> <strong>Timothy</strong> 65