Day 104 - Read 1 Timothy 1-2

Paul considered Timothy a son in Christ. He encouraged Timothy to remain in Ephesus to refute false teachers and to encourage them in love to turn to the true gospel of Christ. Christ’s love and grace were seen through Paul, a chief sinner according to himself. Paul encouraged Timothy to remain faithful even while others chose to turn to false doctrines. He prayed for all to hear the gospel and believe. Paul was called by God to share the message of Christ to the Gentiles. He commanded believers to conduct themselves in a manner fitting to follow Christ. Salvation from sin was given, but believers would experience consequences of sin in this life.