1 Timothy 6:11
But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of 1 Timothy 6:11?

2. What qualities should a "man of God" pursue according to 1 Timothy 6:11?

3. How can you actively "flee from these things" in your daily life?

4. How does 1 Timothy 6:11 connect with the fruits of the Spirit in Galatians?

5. In what ways can you "pursue righteousness" in your current circumstances?

6. How does "pursuing godliness" influence your relationships and community involvement?

7. What does "pursue righteousness" mean in 1 Timothy 6:11 for a believer's daily life?

8. How does 1 Timothy 6:11 define "godliness" in the context of Christian faith?

9. Why is "faith" emphasized in 1 Timothy 6:11, and how should it manifest in a believer's actions?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Timothy 6?

11. What defines a man of God?

12. What defines the Moral Majority?

13. What defines a false gospel?

14. In Ecclesiastes 7:16, being “overly righteous” is discouraged—doesn’t this conflict with biblical commands to live righteously (e.g., Matthew 6:33)?
Discussion Questions
1. What specific "things" is Paul instructing Timothy to flee from, and how can we identify similar challenges in our own lives today?

2. How do the virtues listed in 1 Timothy 6:11 compare to the fruits of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, and what does this tell us about the character of a believer?

3. In what ways can we actively pursue righteousness and godliness in our daily routines and interactions with others?

4. How does understanding our identity as "men and women of God" influence our decisions and priorities?

5. Reflect on a situation where you had to balance perseverance and gentleness. How did your faith and love guide your actions, and what was the outcome?1. How does the instruction to servants in verses 1-2 apply to the modern workplace?

2. In what ways can Christians demonstrate respect to others in their professional lives?

3. Reflect on verses 3-10. How can you identify and guard against false teachings in your life?

4. What does 'godliness with contentment' mean to you, and how can you practice it?

5. Paul described the love of money as a root of all kinds of evil (verse 10). How have you observed this in contemporary society, and how can it be combated?

6. What can be taken from Paul's charge to Timothy in verses 11-16, and how can it be applied to your spiritual journey?

7. What does 'fighting the good fight of faith' look like in your everyday life?

8. Reflect on Paul's instructions to the rich in verses 17-19. How should Christians view and handle wealth?

9. How can you, regardless of your wealth, apply Paul's charge to be generous and ready to share?

10. What are some practical ways to 'store up treasure for the coming age' (verse 19)?

11. How does Paul's conclusion in verses 20-21 serve as a caution against embracing false knowledge?

12. How can believers protect what has been entrusted to their care?

13. How can the guidance given to Timothy be used to address contemporary issues in the Church?

14. How does the notion of contentment challenge the materialistic culture of today's world?

15. What steps can you take to guard yourself from the potential pitfalls of wealth and false teachings?

16. In the modern context, who might be the 'rich' Paul is addressing, and how can his teachings be shared with them?

17. How does this chapter reflect on the concept of stewardship in Christianity?

18. What role does humility play in our approach to wealth and generosity?

19. How does the theme of 'pursuit of righteousness' influence your personal and professional decision-making?

20. How can the teachings in this chapter guide Christians in building a closer relationship with God?

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