1 & 2 Timothy and Titus

by N. T. Wright, Phyllis J. Le Peau (Contribution by)

Overview

When you need to know how to do something, a manual is the best place to start. 1 2 Timothy and Titus might be called "the Teacher's Manual," because so much of what they contain is about the kind of teaching that Christian leaders should—and shouldn't—be giving. Just as Timothy and Titus needed help to lead their young churches well in the midst of powerful cultural forces, we need guidance for correct leading and living in our own context. These studies on Paul's letters point us in the right direction.This guide by Tom Wright can be used on its own or alongside his New Testament for Everyone commentary on 1 2 Timothy and Titus. It is designed to help you understand Scripture in fresh ways under the guidance of one of the world's leading New Testament scholars. Thoughtful questions, prayer suggestions, and useful background and cultural information all guide you or a group more deeply into God's Word. Discover how you can participate more fully in God's kingdom.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780830821945
Publisher:	InterVarsity Press
Publication date:	06/09/2009
Series:	N. T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

N. T. (Tom) Wright, formerly bishop of Durham in England, is research professor of New Testament and early Christianity at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland. He also taught New Testament studies for twenty years at Cambridge, McGill and Oxford Universities. He is the author of dozens of books, including Surprised by Hope, Justification, The Challenge of Jesus and Small Faith—Great God.

Phyllis J. Le Peau worked with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship for over two decades in St. Louis and the Chicago metro area. She is also the author of several Bible study guides published by InterVarsity Press and Zondervan. She and her husband Andy have four married children and thirteen grandchildren.

Table of Contents

Getting the Most Out of 1 2 Timothy and Titus

Suggestions for Individual Study

Suggestions for Group Members

1 1 Timothy 1
Paul as an Example of God's Saving Grace

2 1 Timothy 2
Prayer, Men and Women

3 1 Timothy 3
The Character of Bishops and Deacons

4 1 Timothy 4
Pay Attention to Yourself and Your Teaching

5 1 Timothy 5:1-6:5
Relationships: Widows, Elders, Slaves, Masters

6 1 Timothy 6:6-21
Godliness and Contentment

7 2 Timothy 1
Rekindle the Gift

8 2 Timothy 2
Serving King Jesus

9 2 Timothy 3
Stand Firm in the Scriptures

10 2 Timothy 4
Waiting for the Crown

11 Titus 1
God's Revealed Plan

12 Titus 2-3
God's Kindness and Generosity

Guidelines for Leaders

What People are Saying About This

Scot McKnight

"Tom Wright is a gift to the church today. In this series, Christians who are just learning about their faith will experience new discoveries and fresh views on life, and seasoned Bible readers will find themselves challenged to reconsider old perspectives. It deserves to be in the homes of all Christians."

Editorial Reviews

"Tom Wright is a gift to the church today. In this series, Christians who are just learning about their faith will experience new discoveries and fresh views on life, and seasoned Bible readers will find themselves challenged to reconsider old perspectives. It deserves to be in the homes of all Christians."

Scot McKnight