New Testament · Paul's Letters

1 Timothy

Written by Paul. Written for Timothy, a young pastor in Ephesus.

Big picture in three sentences

First Timothy is a coaching letter.

Paul tells Timothy not to let anyone look down on him for being young, and to set an example.

The church is taught how to pray, how to choose leaders, and how to care for people.

Timothy's faith first lived in his grandmother Lois and his mother Eunice.

Key verse · 1 Timothy 4:12

“Let no man despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in your way of life, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.”