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    2 Timothy — KJV Bible Study Guide

    A free 10-lesson Bible study guide on 2 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 · 2 Timothy 1:2 (KJV)

      To whom did Paul address this second epistle?

      Answer: Timothy

      Study note. Paul addresses the letter to Timothy, his 'dearly beloved son'.

      Read 2 Timothy 1:2 (KJV) →

    2. Lesson 2 · 2 Timothy 1:5 (KJV)

      Paul mentions the 'unfeigned faith' that dwelt first in Timothy's grandmother. What was her name?

      Answer: Lois

      Study note. The scripture names his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice.

      Read 2 Timothy 1:5 (KJV) →

    3. Lesson 3 · 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV)

      According to Paul, God hath not given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of what else?

      Answer: A sound mind

      Study note. God gives the spirit of power, love, and a sound mind.

      Read 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV) →

    4. Lesson 4 · 2 Timothy 2:3 (KJV)

      Paul instructs Timothy to endure hardness as a good what of Jesus Christ?

      Answer: Soldier

      Study note. Timothy is exhorted to 'endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ'.

      Read 2 Timothy 2:3 (KJV) →

    5. Lesson 5 · 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV)

      What command is given regarding the 'word of truth'?

      Answer: Rightly dividing it

      Study note. The workman is to study to show himself approved, 'rightly dividing the word of truth'.

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    6. Lesson 6 · 2 Timothy 3:1 (KJV)

      Paul warns that in the last days, what kind of times shall come?

      Answer: Perilous

      Study note. The scripture states that 'in the last days perilous times shall come'.

      Read 2 Timothy 3:1 (KJV) →

    7. Lesson 7 · 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV)

      How much of scripture is given by inspiration of God?

      Answer: All scripture

      Study note. 'All scripture is given by inspiration of God' and is profitable for doctrine.

      Read 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) →

    8. Lesson 8 · 2 Timothy 4:2 (KJV)

      Paul charges Timothy to preach the word and be instant in what seasons?

      Answer: In season, out of season

      Study note. Timothy is told to 'be instant in season, out of season'.

      Read 2 Timothy 4:2 (KJV) →

    9. Lesson 9 · 2 Timothy 4:10 (KJV)

      Who did Paul say had forsaken him, having loved this present world?

      Answer: Demas

      Study note. Demas forsook Paul because he loved this present world.

      Read 2 Timothy 4:10 (KJV) →

    10. Lesson 10 · 2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV)

      Paul says he has fought a good fight and finished his course; what has he kept?

      Answer: The faith

      Study note. Paul triumphantly declares, 'I have kept the faith'.

      Read 2 Timothy 4:7 (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 2 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?