Message Notes

(I) MANY REFERENCES TO TIMOTHY IN THE SCRIPTURES

1. Significance of being mentioned

2. Significance of being frequently mentioned

(There are at least 28 specific references to the name “Timothy”- The Book of Acts, The Pauline Epistles, the Epistle to the Hebrews)

(II) FEATURES OF THE REFERENCES

1. Called a disciple Acts 16:1

2. Called a workfellow Romans 16:21

3. Called a brother 1 Thessalonians 3:2

4. Called a minister (servant) 1 Thessalonians 3:2

5. Called a son 1 Timothy 1:2; 2 Tim. 1:2

(III) FIVE OUTSTANDING FEATURES HIGHLY PRAISED

1. In praise of his mindset

“No one like-minded” Philippians 2:20

2. In praise of his heart

“Who will sincerely care for your state” Philippians 2:20

3. In praise of his character

“But you know his proven character” Philippians 2:22

4. In praise of his manner of service

“As a son he served with me in the Gospel” Philippians 2:23

5. In praise of his spirit of humility

“Therefore I hope to send him at once…” Philippians 2:23

(IV) GREAT CHALLENGES

1. Recognise the need to cultivate our faith and life

2. Recognition will come in due time