holding on to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and thereby shipwrecked their faith. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 1:19? 2. How can we "hold on to faith" in challenging times today? 3. What does "a good conscience" mean in 1 Timothy 1:19? 4. How does 1 Timothy 1:19 relate to Ephesians 6:16 on faith? 5. What are modern examples of "shipwrecked" faith, as mentioned in 1 Timothy 1:19? 6. How can we prevent our faith from becoming "shipwrecked"? 7. What does "shipwreck of their faith" mean in 1 Timothy 1:19? 8. How can one maintain a "good conscience" as mentioned in 1 Timothy 1:19? 9. Why is faith compared to a ship in 1 Timothy 1:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Timothy 1? 11. Who were Hymenaeus and Philetus in the Bible? 12. Who were Hymenaeus and Philetus in the Bible? 13. Who were Hymenaeus and Alexander in biblical context? 14. Who was Alexander the coppersmith in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. What practical steps can you take to ensure you are "holding on to faith and a good conscience" in your daily life?2. How can the examples of Hymenaeus and Alexander serve as warnings for us today? 3. In what ways can the church community support individuals in maintaining a good conscience? 4. How does maintaining a good conscience impact your relationship with God and others? 5. Reflect on a time when you felt your faith was being "shipwrecked." What helped you to regain stability, and how can you apply those lessons now?1. Why does Paul emphasize the importance of teaching sound doctrine? 2. How does this chapter help us understand the purpose and proper use of the Law? 3. Reflect on Paul's conversion and calling. How does it inspire you? 4. How can we apply Paul's warning about false teachings to our modern context? 5. What does it mean to engage in "the good fight" of faith? 6. Discuss the consequences of rejecting faith and good conscience as illustrated by Hymenaeus and Alexander. 7. What role does Timothy play in the Ephesian church according to Paul? 8. How is the grace of God manifested in Paul's life? How has it manifested in your life? 9. How can we discern between true gospel teaching and "myths and endless genealogies" in our current context? 10. How can the teaching of the true Gospel advance God’s work in the world? 11. How does the notion of Jesus displaying "unlimited patience" with Paul impact your understanding of God's patience with us? 12. Paul thanks Jesus for considering him faithful. What characteristics in your life demonstrate faithfulness to God? 13. What does holding onto faith and a good conscience look like in your daily life? 14. How can we guard against false doctrines in our churches and personal lives? 15. In what ways can the contemporary church uphold the true Gospel in the face of diverse and often conflicting teachings? 16. How can we show grace, mercy, and peace to others, as Paul wished for Timothy? 17. How can we handle controversies that do not advance God’s work, both personally and as a church? 18. How does Paul's personal testimony inspire you to use your past for God’s glory? 19. How can we support our spiritual leaders in their efforts to combat false teachings? 20. Based on this chapter, how can we balance grace and the Law in our Christian journey? Links 1 Timothy 1:19 NIV1 Timothy 1:19 NLT 1 Timothy 1:19 ESV 1 Timothy 1:19 NASB 1 Timothy 1:19 KJV 1 Timothy 1:19 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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