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"I urge you in the sight of God..."

Text: 1 Timothy 6:13

A VERY SOLEMN ADMONITION

The apostle Paul gave a very strong word of admonition to Timothy in the following text:-

“I urge you in the sight of God who gives life to all things,
and before Christ Jesus who witnessed the good confession
before Pontius Pilate, that you keep this commandment without spot,
blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ’s appearing.”
1 Timothy 6:13-14

1. “I urge you”

a) The word “urge” is sometimes translated “beseech” (Romans 12:1).

b) Because of the way in which Paul wrote this same word was translated “urge”.

2. A rare form of admonition was employed

a) The name of God was invoked.

b) The name of the Lord Jesus Christ was also invoked.

c) Both names were utilised for added emphasis.

3. Reference to God

a) In the sight of God

i) There is special consciousness.

ii) There is special awareness of His Presence.

b) God who gives life to all things.

i) This is one of the most basic of references.

ii) The Lord God as Creator is in mind.

iii) This is intended to create a sense of awe.

4. Reference to the Lord Jesus Christ

a) His example of witnessing a good confession was highlighted.

b) Jesus stood firm and courageous.

c) Timothy was to draw encouragement from Christ’s example.

5. “That you keep this commandment without spot, blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ’s appearing”

a) This was the focal point of this word of admonition.

b) Timothy was urged to remain steadfast and blameless till Christ the Lord returns.