Letters2 Thessalonians 2:1–12
The Man of Lawlessness
This passage addresses people unsettled by claims that the day of Christ had already come.
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LettersLetters2 Thessalonians 2:13–17
Stand Firm
These verses combine thanks, instruction and a request for help from God. They show believers as loved and called by God, then urge them to stay steady in what they were taught and to live it out.
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Letters2 Thessalonians 3:6–15
A Warning against Idleness
In this letter section, the writers give a firm warning about anyone who walks in rebellion, is not willing to work, and becomes a busybody.
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Letters2 Thessalonians 3:16–18
Signature and Final Greetings
These final lines close the letter with peace, a personal handwritten greeting, and grace.
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Letters1 Timothy 1:1–2
Paul’s Greeting to Timothy
These opening verses begin a personal letter with a clear Christian greeting. Paul introduces himself, addresses Timothy directly, and names blessings that come from God our Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
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Letters1 Timothy 1:3–11
Correcting False Teachers
This passage tells a church leader to stop different doctrine and unhelpful speculations. It contrasts disputes and vain talking with teaching aimed at love, sound doctrine and the good news of God’s glory.
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Letters1 Timothy 1:12–20
God’s Grace to Paul
Paul explains how Christ Jesus showed him mercy and grace, then uses his own example to strengthen Timothy for faithful service.
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Letters1 Timothy 2:9–15
Instructions to Women
These verses give instructions about dress, good works, learning, teaching, authority, and perseverance.
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Letters1 Timothy 3:1–7
Qualifications for Overseers
In this part of the letter, the writer says wanting to serve as an overseer is a good desire.
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Letters1 Timothy 3:8–13
Qualifications for Deacons
In this part of the letter, the writer lists qualities expected of servants. The focus is on truthful speech, self-control, tested character, faithful home life, and steady faith in Christ Jesus.
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Letters1 Timothy 3:14–16
The Mystery of Godliness
The writer explains why these words are being sent and gives a compact statement about the greatness of godliness.
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Letters1 Timothy 4:1–5
A Warning against Apostasy
This passage warns that some people will turn away from the faith and follow false teaching.
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Letters1 Timothy 4:6–16
A Good Servant of Jesus Christ
In these verses, Timothy is told what faithful service to Christ Jesus involves. The passage ties together sound teaching, training in godliness, trust in the living God, and steady care over life and doctrine.
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Letters1 Timothy 5:1–2
Reproof and Respect
These two verses give direct guidance for how to address four groups: older men, younger men, older women and younger women.
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Letters1 Timothy 5:3–16
Honoring True Widows
This passage gives practical teaching about how believers should honour widows. It explains who should be helped by the assembly, what families must do first, and what kind of conduct fits this care.
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Letters1 Timothy 5:17–20
Honoring Elders
This short part of 1 Timothy gives clear instructions about church elders. It speaks about honour, support, careful handling of accusations, and public correction when sin is established.
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Letters1 Timothy 5:21–25
A Charge to Timothy
This passage gives Timothy a serious charge about fairness, caution, purity, and patient judgement.
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Letters1 Timothy 6:1–2
Serving with Honor
These two verses give instructions to bondservants about honour and service. The letter connects their conduct with God’s name, the doctrine, and the special case where a master is also a believer.
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Letters1 Timothy 6:3–5
Reject False Doctrines
This passage warns about anyone whose teaching does not agree with the sound words of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Letters1 Timothy 6:6–10
Godliness with Contentment
These verses teach that real gain is not found in getting more money, but in a life shaped by godliness and satisfied with what is needed.
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Letters1 Timothy 6:11–16
Fight the Good Fight
In this part of the letter, Timothy is urged to live differently from harmful patterns and to stay faithful.
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Letters1 Timothy 6:17–19
A Charge to the Rich
These verses give direct instructions for people who have wealth. The focus is not on denying that possessions exist, but on where hope should rest and how money should shape a person’s actions toward others.
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Letters1 Timothy 6:20–21
Guard the Faith
These verses end with a direct charge to Timothy. He is told to protect what has been entrusted to him, avoid empty talk, and recognise the danger of claims that are called knowledge but are false.
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Letters2 Timothy 1:1–2
Paul’s Greeting to Timothy
These opening words begin the letter by showing how Paul identifies himself, who receives the letter, and how the greeting centres on God, Christ Jesus, and God’s promise of life.
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