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    1 Timothy — KJV Bible Study Guide

    A free 10-lesson Bible study guide on 1 timothy, drawn entirely from the King James Version. Each lesson opens with a study question, gives the verse reference, and offers a short teaching note. Use it for personal devotions, a small group, or a Sunday school class.

    The 10 lessons

    1. Lesson 1 · 1 Timothy 1:5 (KJV)

      According to the first chapter, what is the 'end of the commandment'?

      Answer: Charity out of a pure heart

      Study note. Paul states the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart and a good conscience.

      Read 1 Timothy 1:5 (KJV) →

    2. Lesson 2 · 1 Timothy 1:15 (KJV)

      Paul describes himself as the 'chief' of what group?

      Answer: Sinners

      Study note. Paul writes that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom he is chief.

      Read 1 Timothy 1:15 (KJV) →

    3. Lesson 3 · 1 Timothy 2:5 (KJV)

      How many mediators does Paul say are between God and men?

      Answer: One

      Study note. There is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus.

      Read 1 Timothy 2:5 (KJV) →

    4. Lesson 4 · 1 Timothy 3:2 (KJV)

      A bishop must be 'the husband of' how many wives?

      Answer: One

      Study note. The scripture requires a bishop to be blameless, the husband of one wife.

      Read 1 Timothy 3:2 (KJV) →

    5. Lesson 5 · 1 Timothy 3:15 (KJV)

      What does Paul call the 'pillar and ground of the truth'?

      Answer: The house of God, which is the church

      Study note. The house of God is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth.

      Read 1 Timothy 3:15 (KJV) →

    6. Lesson 6 · 1 Timothy 4:1 (KJV)

      Paul warns that in the latter times, some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to what?

      Answer: Seducing spirits and doctrines of devils

      Study note. The Spirit speaketh expressly that some shall depart, giving heed to seducing spirits.

      Read 1 Timothy 4:1 (KJV) →

    7. Lesson 7 · 1 Timothy 4:12 (KJV)

      What does Paul tell Timothy not to let any man despise?

      Answer: His youth

      Study note. Paul encourages Timothy, 'Let no man despise thy youth.'

      Read 1 Timothy 4:12 (KJV) →

    8. Lesson 8 · 1 Timothy 5:8 (KJV)

      According to chapter 5, if any provide not for his own house, he is worse than what?

      Answer: An infidel

      Study note. He that provideth not for his own hath denied the faith and is worse than an infidel.

      Read 1 Timothy 5:8 (KJV) →

    9. Lesson 9 · 1 Timothy 6:10 (KJV)

      What is described as 'the root of all evil'?

      Answer: The love of money

      Study note. Paul writes that the love of money is the root of all evil.

      Read 1 Timothy 6:10 (KJV) →

    10. Lesson 10 · 1 Timothy 6:6 (KJV)

      What is said to be 'great gain' when combined with contentment?

      Answer: Godliness

      Study note. The scripture states that godliness with contentment is great gain.

      Read 1 Timothy 6:6 (KJV) →

    Key verses to memorize

    The passages this study returns to most often — pick one or two and commit them to memory this week.

    Discussion questions

    1. Which lesson in this study surprised you the most, and why?
    2. How does 1 timothy point us to Jesus Christ and the gospel?
    3. Pick one verse from the key passages above. How does it shape the way you will pray, read, or live this week?
    4. Who in your life could you share one of these truths with in the next seven days?