*Paul wrote 1st Timothy from Macedonia in A.D. 62 or 63, while **Timothy was serving as his representative in Ephesus and perhaps in other ***churches in the province of Asia. Timothy was to appoint elders, combat false doctrine, and supervise (keep watch over and direct activity; to make certain that everything is done correctly for security purposes) church life (fellowship gathering is important because it helps us pursue godliness and prioritize our relationship with ****Elohim - to learn the truth about the one true living God, and join together to disciple others to come to know Him as well) as an apostolic representative (to walk in the ways and teaching of *****Yeshua, the way the #Apostles did; to be apostolic is to be a disciple of Yeshua Ha'Mashiach: to preach the whole ##Gospel message with the Old Testament as the foundation, and the New Testament its fulfilment).
Paul's Macedonian Call = Early Church
Asia Minor Provinces; Biblical during Paul's time.
In this chapter, Paul emphasizes (give special importance to something in speaking or writing; make something more clearly understood) *****Yeshua Ha'Mashiach as the "one Mediator (a go-between person) between Elohim and men" (v. 2:5); and ****God was manifested (to show something clearly, through signs or actions) in the flesh, justified (having or shown to have a just, right, or reasonable basis) in the ******Ruach HaKo'desh, seen by ^angels, preached among the ^^gentiles, believed on in the world, and received up in glory. Yeshua is the source of spiritual strength, faith, and love (vv. 1:12 &14). He "came into the world to save sinners" (v. 1:15) and "gave Himself as a ransom (high-end payment for the release of someone or something from captivity) for all" (v. 2:6) as the Savior of all mankind, especially of those who believe.
Paul's charge (to strongly and firmly request in an authoritative manner) concerning doctrine (a set of beliefs; the word comes from the Latin doctor for “teacher,” so think of a doctrine as basic teachings): After his greeting (vv. 1:1 & 2), Paul warns Timothy about the growing problem with false doctrines, particularly as they relate (make or show a connection between; feel sympathy with; identify with) to the misuse (to use incorrectly; to misapply) of ###Mosaic Law (vv. 1:3 thru 11). The aging apostle then recounts his radical conversion to *****Christ and subsequent (following, later, succeeding) calling to the ministry (vv. 1:12 thru 17). Timothy, too, has received a divine calling, and Paul charges him to fulfill it without wavering in the doctrine or conduct (vv. 1:18 thru 20).
Paul's charge concerning public worship: Turning his attention to the church at large, Paul addresses the issues of Church worship & leadership. Efficacious (having the power to produce a desired effect) public prayer should be a part of worship, and Paul associates this with the role of men in the church (vv. 2:1 thru 8). He then turns to the role of women (vv. 2:9 thru 15), wherein he emphasizes the importance of the inner quality of godliness (the quality or practice of conforming to the laws and wishes of God; devoutness and moral uprightness: reflecting the nature of the kingdom of God in the course of everyday life).
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1 TIMOTHY ~ Chapter 2
Prayer In Public Worship
(vv. 1 thru 8)
"Therefore I exhort (strongly encourage or urge someone to do something) first of all that supplications (a humble request asking for Elohim's help), prayers (a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to Elohim), intercessions (a religious service, especially a regular prayer appointment, in which people gather in order to pray together), and giving of thanks be made for all men - for kings and all who are in authority (the power or the right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience), that we may lead (an action; an example for others to follow) a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness (godliness can only be gained through daily dying to self and living in obedience to Yeshua - learning from Him how to walk in humility) and reverence (honor felt or shown; profound adoring awe) - (Romans 13:1).For this is good and acceptable in the sight of ****God our Savior (Romans 12:2), Who desires that all mankind to be saved and to come to the saving knowledge of the Truth: for there is one God and one Mediator between God and man … the Man Yeshua Ha'Mashiach (God in the flesh), Who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified to (to bear witness; to show, or give evidence) in due time (Mark 10:45) for which I was appointed (to be given a task or a job) a preacher and an apostle - I am speaking the truth in Christ and not lying - a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth (Ephesians 3:7 & 8; Galatians 1:15 & 16). Therefore I desire that the men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting (Psalm 134:2 & Luke 23:34).
Women in Public Worship
(vv. 9 thru 15)
In like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest (neither bold nor self-assertive; tending toward low key = not dramatic, over-the-top or intense; done in a way that doesn't bring too much attention) apparel (any item that can be worn on the body = clothing, hats, bags, ect.), with propriety (appropriate, or fitting) and moderation (tries not to be too extreme to the left or right = to hold a middle ground), not with fancy hair styles, showy jewelry, or costly clothing … but, which is proper for women claiming godliness, with good works. Let women learn in silence with all submission (the action or fact of accepting or yielding to the will or authority of another person). And I do not permit (to let someone do something. It comes from the Latin permittere which means "give up, allow to pass through") a woman to teach (come from the Greek term didasko = "to teach": the usual word for "teach" in the New Testament signifies either to hold a discourse with others in order to instruct them in the studies of authorized positions) or to have authority (the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience) over (at a higher level; position at a higher level than) a man; but to be in silence (provides a tranquil space that promotes a sense of peace, tranquility, and mental clarity) - (1 Corinthians 14:34): for Adam was created first, then Eve. And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression (trans-gresh'-un = to pass over or beyond; to overpass, as any rule prescribed as the limit of duty; to break or violate, as a law, civil or moral; the violation of a law or known principle of rectitude = a formal word that comes from the Latin adjective rectus, which means both “right” and “straight,” and ultimately from the Latin verb regere, meaning “to lead straight”; breach of command; offense; crime; sin).
Nevertheless she will be saved in childbearing if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control."
*Apostle Paul = known as Saul before he converted to Christianity (Acts 9), was the chief killer of Christians following Yeshua’s death, resurrection, and ascension – being the foremost witness to the stoning of Stephen (Acts 7).
The Apostle Paul was one of the most influential leaders of the early Christian Church. He played a crucial role in spreading the gospel to the Gentiles (non-Jews) during the first century, and his missionary journeys took him all throughout the Roman empire.
**Timothy = son of the devout Jewish woman, Eunice, and a Greek father, Timothy became a follower of Yeshua Ha’Mashiach when Apostle Paul preached the Gospel in Lystra, Timothy’s hometown. Paul invited the young convert to accompany him on his second missionary journey; and was sent to Thessalonica to strengthen the fellowship there. After another journey with Paul, Timothy was sent to Corinth to straighten out some problems upsetting the fellowship there.
Timothy later looked after Paul during Paul’s imprisonment. Timothy subsequently was asked to go to Ephesus to represent Paul, and received the two letters from Paul that bear Timothy’s Name. Timothy – these letters reveal, was like a son to Paul.
The last word in the New Covenant about this sensitive, sickly, but faithful young helper was that he was imprisoned but finally released. Acts 16:1, 17:14-15, 18:5, 19:22 & 20:4; Romans 16:21; 1 Corinthians 4;17 & 16:10; 2 Corinthians1:1 & 19; Colossians 1:1; 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 3:2, & 6; 2 Thessalonians 1:1; 1 & 2 Timothy; Philemon 1; and Hebrews 13:23.
***Church = The word translated "Church" is the translation of the Greek term ekklesia, and is used in the New Covenant (New Testament) to identify the community of believers in Yeshua Ha'Mashiach. This word is the Greek words kaleo (to call), with the prefix ek (out). Thus, the word means "the called out ones."
However, the English word "Church" does not come from ekklesia but from the word kuriakon, which means "dedicated to the Lord."
Believer: someone who has put faith and trust in the redemptive work of Yeshua Ha'Mashiach through His death on the cross and subsequent resurrection.
****Elohim (Hebrew: אֱלֹהִים, romanized: ʾּlōhīm: [(eloˈ(h)im]) is a Hebrew word meaning "Gods – Father, Son, & Holy Spirit". Although the word is plural in form, in the Hebrew Bible it usually refers to a single deity “Behold, the Lord – the Lord is One”, particularly the God of Israel.
Elohei Tzur Yishi = Hebrew: Rock of my salvation (2 Samuel 22:47) - rock is poetically used to indicate the strength of God as the ground of all being in the universe.
*****Yeshua Ha’Mashiach: is Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah”; the name Jesus is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Yeshua.
Christ (from the Hebrew word, Ha’Mashiach ישוע המשיח & the Greek word, Christos/khris-tos) = The Anointed, Yeshua the Messiah, in both languages.
Lord Jesus Christ (in Greek: Kyrios Iēsous Christos) = the most formal title for Jesus (Yeshua). It occurs often in the New Testament letters.
The word “Lord” has a wide range of uses; it can be a simple respectful “Sir” or a more formal, “Master.” But the New Testament also uses “Lord” of God. The word “Christ” is the anglicized form of the Greek word meaning “anointed one” or “Messiah.” “Lord Jesus Christ” reminds us that Jesus is both the promised Messiah and our God.
******Ruach HaKo'desh (The Hebrew language phrase ruach ha-kodesh is pronounced ROO-akh-KOH-desh: רוח הקודש, "holy spirit" also transliterated ruaḥ ha-qodesh) is used in the Hebrew Bible and Jewish writings to refer to the spirit of YHWH (רוח יהוה); the Holy Spirit occurs 90 times in the Brit Chadashah. Luke 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, & 4:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:8; Titus 3:5; 1 Corinthians 6:9; & Jude 1:20.
The New Testament is called the B'rit Chadashah in Hebrew, meaning "New Covenant" (the word B'rit means "covenant" and Chadashah means "new").
#Apostle (/əˈpɒsəl/), in its literal sense, is an emissary. The word is derived from Ancient Greek ἀπόστολος (apóstolos), literally "one who is sent off", itself derived from the verb ἀποστέλλειν (apostéllein), "to send off". The purpose of such sending off is usually to convey a message, and thus "messenger" is a common alternative translation; other common translations include "ambassador" and "envoy".
Apostle in the Gospels is one of an authoritative New Testament group sent out to preach the gospel and made up especially of Christ's 12 original disciples and Paul.
##Gospel: the word is derived from the Anglo-Saxon term, god-spell, meaning “good story”; Biblically speaking, gospel is a rendering of the Latin evangelium and the Greek euangelion, meaning “good news” or “good telling”.
###The Law = Torah refers to the law, especially the law - or teachings - given by God to the Israelites through Moses which can be found in the Old Testament of the Bible. Mosaic Law begins with The Ten Commandments and includes rules regarding religious observances outlined in the "first five books" of the Torah, which are Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.
^Angel: (n) – a spiritual being in position of attendant, agent, or messenger of Elohim (often represented in human form with wings and a long robe).
^^Gentile = person who is not Jewish. The word stems from the Hebrew term ha-goyim, “the nations,” meant nations of the world that were not Hebrew.
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