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The Maxwell Leadership Bible NKJV 1 2 Timothy PDF
The Maxwell Leadership Bible NKJV 1 2 Timothy PDF
in a long line of contributors in Timothy’s life. In his second letter, Paul reminds Timo-
thy of his other mentors, including his mother and grandmother. Timothy had a strong
heritage before Paul came along; Paul simply played his role in the process.
Finally, we see the Principle of Passion and Pricetags. Paul made clear the price of
leadership in both of his letters to Timothy. After Paul found Timothy in Lystra, a mob
dragged the apostle out of the city, stoned him, and left him for dead. When he recov-
ered, he returned, grabbed Timothy, and finished his work there. This kind of passion
for leadership drove Paul to reproduce leaders like Timothy.
Greeting
No Other Doctrine
W list in history, he knew that, left to himself,
he was the worst sinner (1 Tim. 1:15). God chose
3 As I urged you when I went into Macedonia— him because of his weakness, so that the Lord
remain in Ephesus that you may charge some could display His great patience and grace in him.
that they teach no other doctrine, 4 nor give The more leaders mature, the more humble they
heed to fables and endless genealogies, which become.
cause disputes rather than godly edification
which is in faith. 5 Now the purpose of the com-
mandment is love from a pure heart, from a manslayers, 10 for fornicators, for sodomites, for
good conscience, and from sincere faith, 6 from kidnappers, for liars, for perjurers, and if there
which some, having strayed, have turned aside is any other thing that is contrary to sound doc-
to idle talk, 7 desiring to be teachers of the law, trine, 11 according to the glorious gospel of the
understanding neither what they say nor the blessed God which was committed to my trust.
things which they affirm.
8 But we know that the law is good if one uses Glory to God for His Grace
it lawfully, 9 knowing this: that the law is not 12 And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who has
made for a righteous person, but for the law- enabled me, because He counted me faithful,
less and insubordinate, for the ungodly and for putting me into the ministry, 13 although I was
sinners, for the unholy and profane, for mur- formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an
derers of fathers and murderers of mothers, for insolent man; but I obtained mercy because I
Leadership by Objective
1 Timothy 1:1, 2
aul wrote this book as a training manual for young Timothy and sent it to the young leader as he at-
P tempted to pastor an intimidating church in Ephesus. Paul issues five charges for Timothy:
1. First charge: Wage the good warfare (1:18–20).
2. Second charge: Conduct yourself worthy of God’s house (3:14, 15).
3. Third charge: Do not neglect your gift (4:11–16).
4. Fourth charge: Observe these things without prejudice (5:21).
5. Fifth charge: Guard what is committed to you (6:20, 21).
Paul communicates his purpose on several occasions. He declares it in 1 Timothy 1:5. Paul believed in
management by objective. He was quick to share his bottom line goals with his team and encouraged them
to meet those objectives in the manner that suited them best. He considered the mission, not the methods,
sacred. He teaches us that:
1. Leaders manage goals. They let people choose their own methods.
2. Leaders create atmosphere. They let people own their style.
3. Leaders determine budget. They give ownership of how money is spent.
4. Leaders choose priorities. They share activities with gifted people.
5. Leaders train the team. They freely give away the credit for victories.
n Paul’s list of qualifications for church leaders, 1 Timothy 3:10 is key: “But let these also first be tested.”
I Every leader should be tested before given an official position. The preparation of a leader is crucial to their
success. Frank Damazio outlines Paul’s logic concerning leadership:
be in silence. 13 For Adam was formed first, then faith with a pure conscience. 10 But let these also
Eve. 14 And Adam was not deceived, but the first be tested; then let them serve as deacons,
woman being deceived, fell into transgression. being found blameless. 11 Likewise, their wives
15 Nevertheless she will be saved in childbearing
must be reverent, not slanderers, temperate,
if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with faithful in all things. 12 Let deacons be the hus-
self-control. bands of one wife, ruling their children and
their own houses well. 13 For those who have
Qualifications of Overseers served well as deacons obtain for themselves a
This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the good standing and great boldness in the faith
3 position of a bishop, a he desires a good work.
2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband
which is in Christ Jesus.
hat sort of qualifications must church leaders possess? Paul lists the following traits:
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1. Blameless (v. 2)—Question: Am I quick to improve those areas that can damage my integrity?
2. Husband of one wife (v. 2)—Question: Am I loving my wife as Christ loved the church?
3. Temperate, sober-minded, of good behavior (v. 2)—Question: Am I master of myself, that I may be a
servant to many?
4. Hospitable (v. 2)—Question: Do I exhibit a warm and welcoming spirit?
5. Able to teach (v. 2)—Question: Do I consistently help others learn and become better disciples?
6. Not given to wine (v. 3)—Question: Am I sober, watchful, and diligent, so that I do not damage those who
watch me?
7. Not violent, not quarrelsome (v. 3)—Question: Do I have an approachable disposition that brings peace
and healing?
8. Not greedy, not covetous (v. 3)—Question: Am I allowing my leadership to be controlled by the rich?
9. Rules his own house well (vv. 4, 5)—Question: Do I manage my own family before I try to manage the
church?
10. Not a novice (v. 6)—Question: Am I a seasoned, solid example for both insiders and outsiders?
you will be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nour- example to the believers in word, in conduct, in
ished in the words of faith and of the good doc- love, in spirit, a in faith, in purity. 13 Till I come,
trine which you have carefully followed. 7 But give attention to reading, to exhortation, to doc-
reject profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise trine. 14 Do not neglect the gift that is in you,
yourself toward godliness. 8 For bodily exercise which was given to you by prophecy with the
profits a little, but godliness is profitable for all laying on of the hands of the eldership. 15 Med-
things, having promise of the life that now is and itate on these things; give yourself entirely to
of that which is to come. 9 This is a faithful say- them, that your progress may be evident to all.
16 Take heed to yourself and to the doctrine.
ing and worthy of all acceptance. 10 For to this
Continue in them, for in doing this you will save
end we both labor and suffer reproach, a because
both yourself and those who hear you.
we trust in the living God, who is the Savior of
all men, especially of those who believe. 11 These 4:10 aNU-Text reads we labor and strive. 4:12 aNU-Text omits
things command and teach. in spirit.
An Unlikely Leader
TIMOTHY 1 Timothy 4:12
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PROFILE
othing can make someone more unlikely—even unwilling—to lead than feelings
of inadequacy.
Timothy, the young protégé of the apostle Paul, must have felt much as Moses did when
God called him to lead Israel out of Egyptian captivity. Moses felt inadequate for the task,
in leadership
Treatment of Church Members Christ and the elect angels that you observe
Do not rebuke an older man, but exhort him these things without prejudice, doing nothing
5 as a father, younger men as brothers, 2 older
women as mothers, younger women as sisters,
with partiality. 22 Do not lay hands on anyone
hastily, nor share in other people’s sins; keep
with all purity. yourself pure.
Honor True Widows 5:4 aNU-Text and M-Text omit good and. 5:16 aNU-Text omits
man or. 5:18 aDeuteronomy 25:4 bLuke 10:7
3 Honor widows who are really widows. 4 But
blameless. 8 But if anyone does not provide for n the midst of all his teaching about how believ-
his own, and especially for those of his house-
hold, he has denied the faith and is worse than
I ers are to relate to one another in the church,
Paul prioritizes Timothy’s leadership as a pastor.
an unbeliever. If anyone doesn’t provide for his own home, the
9 Do not let a widow under sixty years old be
apostle declares, he cannot expect to provide for
taken into the number, and not unless she has the church with any integrity (1 Tim. 5:8).
been the wife of one man, 10 well reported for Leadership starts at home. If it doesn’t work
good works: if she has brought up children, if at home, don’t export it. Pastors, especially, must
she has lodged strangers, if she has washed the heed this warning. Leadership works best when it
saints’ feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she is prioritized as follows:
has diligently followed every good work.
11 But refuse the younger widows; for when 1. I am first a person. I must prioritize my own
they have begun to grow wanton against Christ, relationship with God.
they desire to marry, 12 having condemnation 2. Second, I am a partner. I must prioritize my
because they have cast off their first faith. 13 And relationship with my spouse.
besides they learn to be idle, wandering about 3. Third, I am a parent. I must prioritize my rela-
from house to house, and not only idle but also tionship with my children.
gossips and busybodies, saying things which 4. Fourth, I am a pastor. I must prioritize my rela-
they ought not. 14 Therefore I desire that the tionship with my ministry.
younger widows marry, bear children, manage
1 Timothy 5:17–22
ing them to judgment, but those of some men
follow later. 25 Likewise, the good works of some
are clearly evident, and those that are otherwise
eaders are crucial to any organization. Mis-
L takes made at the leadership level impact
everyone. As the senior pastor, Timothy was to
cannot be hidden.
Honor Masters
identify, prepare, and affirm his church leaders. He
Let as many bondser vants as are under the
was to honor those who served well (1 Tim. 5:17,
18), correct those in error (5:19–21), and prepare
6 yoke count their own masters worthy of all
honor, so that the name of God and His doctrine
those who were called, patiently and carefully may not be blasphemed. 2 And those who have
(5:22). Nothing should be done in haste. believing masters, let them not despise them
Consider the steps Paul endorsed concerning because they are brethren, but rather serve them
the establishment of leaders in the church: because those who are benefited are believers
1. Identification: Identify those with character, and beloved. Teach and exhort these things.
gifts, and influence.
2. Separation: Set them apart for the work of Error and Greed
3 If anyone teaches otherwise and does not
their calling.
3. Preparation: Equip them with the tools and consent to wholesome words, even the words of
experiences they need. our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which
4. Recognition: Allow the church to affirm their accords with godliness, 4 he is proud, knowing
nothing, but is obsessed with disputes and argu-
calling.
ments over words, from which come envy, strife,
5. Ordination: Lay hands on them and ordain
reviling, evil suspicions, 5 useless wranglings a of
them for the work.
6:5 aNU-Text and M-Text read constant friction.
ecause our motives eventually determine our direction, Paul taught that right motives were even more
B important for the leader than right moves. Note Paul’s teaching on motives:
1. The evidence of wrong motives (v. 3)
The leader’s doctrine drifts and the teaching does not produce godliness.
2. The nature of wrong motives (vv. 4, 5)
The proud leader stirs division and pursues personal gain.
3. The results of wrong motives (vv. 9, 10)
The leader falls into temptation, wanders from the faith, and destroys himself or herself.
So how are we to watch our motives? What key principles should we keep in mind?
1. Trouble comes when leadership performs for the wrong reasons.
2. Spiritual leadership brings rewards, so long as the rewards don’t control us.
3. Prosperity is everything God gives you above food and covering.
4. We must be content with God’s provision and placement.
5. We must remain dissatisfied with our own fruitfulness and pursuit of God.
6. Wrong motives can lead to wrong moves, and even disqualify us for leadership.
men of corrupt minds and destitute of the truth, blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ’s appear-
who suppose that godliness is a means of gain. ing, 15 which He will manifest in His own time,
From such withdraw yourself. b He who is the blessed and only Potentate, the
6 Now godliness with contentment is great King of kings and Lord of lords, 16 who alone has
gain. 7 For we brought nothing into this world, immortality, dwelling in unapproachable light,
and it is certain a we can carry nothing out. whom no man has seen or can see, to whom be
8 And having food and clothing, with these we honor and everlasting power. Amen.
shall be content. 9 But those who desire to be
rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into Instructions to the Rich
17 Command those who are rich in this pres-
many foolish and harmful lusts which drown
men in destruction and perdition. 10 For the ent age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncer-
love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for tain riches but in the living God, who gives us
which some have strayed from the faith in their richly all things to enjoy. 18 Let them do good,
greediness, and pierced themselves through that they be rich in good works, ready to give,
with many sorrows. willing to share, 19 storing up for themselves a
good foundation for the time to come, that they
The Good Confession may lay hold on eternal life.
11 But you, O man of God, flee these things
Guard the Faith
and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, 20 O Timothy! Guard what was committed
patience, gentleness. 12 Fight the good fight of
to your trust, avoiding the profane and idle
faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were
babblings and contradictions of what is falsely
also called and have confessed the good confes-
called knowledge— 21 by professing it some have
sion in the presence of many witnesses. 13 I urge strayed concerning the faith.
you in the sight of God who gives life to all Grace be with you. Amen.
things, and before Christ Jesus who witnessed
the good confession before Pontius Pilate, 14 that 6:5 bNU-Text omits this sentence. 6:7 aNU-Text omits and it
you keep this commandment without spot, is certain.
Greeting
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ a by the will of The Law of Empowerment:
1 God, according to the promise of life which
is in Christ Jesus, God Gives Us What
2 To Timothy, a beloved son: We Need to Lead
Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father 2 Timothy 1:7, 8
and Christ Jesus our Lord.
od always gives us what we need to lead.
Timothy’s Faith and Heritage
3 I thank God, whom I serve with a pure con-
G Paul reminded Timothy that God didn’t give
him the timidity he felt; that came either from
science, as my forefathers did, as without ceasing Timothy’s own baggage or from the pit of hell it-
I remember you in my prayers night and day, self. Instead, God equipped him with love, power,
4 greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of and a sound mind. All leaders need these three
your tears, that I may be filled with joy, 5 when I fundamental tools:
call to remembrance the genuine faith that is in
you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois Love: The relational ingredient that enables us to
and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded attract and connect with others.
is in you also. 6 Therefore I remind you to stir Power: The courage and competence to get the
up the gift of God which is in you through the job done.
laying on of my hands. 7 For God has not given Sound mind: The perspective and wisdom to
us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and grasp a vision and take the right steps.
of a sound mind.
Because God has so equipped us, He instructs
us to “not be ashamed . . . but share . . . in the
Not Ashamed of the Gospel
8 Therefore do not be ashamed of the testi-
sufferings” (2 Tim. 1:8). God gave Timothy (and
us!) everything needed to accomplish the job. He
mony of our Lord, nor of me His prisoner, but
empowers us before He ever expects from us. He
gives before He demands. We receive His compe-
tence before we receive His commands.
Gifts: We Are Most
Effective When We
share with me in the sufferings for the gospel
Lead from Our Gifts according to the power of God, 9 who has saved
2 Timothy 1:5–7 us and called us with a holy calling, not accord-
ing to our works, but according to His own pur-
ur leadership will always be most natural, pose and grace which was given to us in Christ
O most effective, and most influential when we
lead from our gifts and strengths. Then it won’t
Jesus before time began, 10 but has now been
revealed by the appearing of our Savior Jesus
be forced, feel awkward, seem artificial, or copy Christ, who has abolished death and brought life
someone else. Effective leadership occurs when and immortality to light through the gospel, 11 to
we lead from our own identity. Paul believed which I was appointed a preacher, an apostle,
Timothy’s leadership would grow strong when he and a teacher of the Gentiles. a 12 For this reason
remembered three truths: I also suffer these things; nevertheless I am not
ashamed, for I know whom I have believed and
1. His secure heritage (v. 5) am persuaded that He is able to keep what I have
Paul reminded Timothy of the spiritual foun- committed to Him until that Day.
dation his family gave him.
2. His spiritual gift (v. 6) Be Loyal to the Faith
Paul reminded Timothy to stir up the gifts in- 13 Hold fast the pattern of sound words which
side him and lead from those gifts. you have heard from me, in faith and love which
3. His solid conviction (v. 7) are in Christ Jesus. 14 That good thing which was
Paul reminded Timothy that God didn’t give
him fear, but the tools to do the job. 1:1 aNU-Text and M-Text read Christ Jesus. 1:11 aNU-Text
omits of the Gentiles.
committed to you, keep by the Holy Spirit who babblings, for they will increase to more ungod-
dwells in us. liness. 17 And their message will spread like
15 This you know, that all those in Asia cancer. Hymenaeus and Philetus are of this sort,
have turned away from me, among whom are 18 who have strayed concerning the truth, saying
Phygellus and Hermogenes. 16 The Lord grant that the resurrection is already past; and they
mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, for he overthrow the faith of some. 19 Nevertheless the
often refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my solid foundation of God stands, having this seal:
chain; 17 but when he arrived in Rome, he sought “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Let
me out very zealously and found me. 18 The Lord everyone who names the name of Christ a depart
grant to him that he may find mercy from the from iniquity.”
Lord in that Day—and you know very well how 20 But in a great house there are not only
many ways he ministered to me a at Ephesus. vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and
clay, some for honor and some for dishonor.
Be Strong in Grace 21 Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the
You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified
2 that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things that
you have heard from me among many witnesses,
and useful for the Master, prepared for every
good work. 22 Flee also youthful lusts; but pur-
commit these to faithful men who will be able to sue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those
teach others also. 3 You therefore must endure a who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. 23 But
hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 4 No avoid foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing
one engaged in warfare entangles himself with that they generate strife. 24 And a servant of the
the affairs of this life, that he may please him Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able
who enlisted him as a soldier. 5 And also if to teach, patient, 25 in humility correcting those
anyone competes in athletics, he is not crowned
1:18 aTo me is from the Vulgate and a few Greek manuscripts.
unless he competes according to the rules. 6 The
2:3 aNU-Text reads You must share. 2:7 aNU-Text reads the
hardworking farmer must be first to partake of Lord will give you. 2:19 aNU-Text and M-Text read the Lord.
the crops. 7 Consider what I say, and may a the
Lord give you understanding in all things.
8 Remember that Jesus Christ, of the seed of
2 Timothy 2:1
LEADERS WHO develop followers grow to him already possessing influence and
their organization only one person at a leadership skills (Acts 15:22). Others were
time. But leaders who develop leaders homegrown, such as Timothy (1 Tim.
multiply their growth, because for every 1:2). But no matter their background,
leader they develop, they also receive all Paul took them with him as he worked,
of that leader’s followers. Add ten follow- preached, and led. Then he turned them
ers to your organization, and you have the loose, giving them responsibility and
power of ten people. Add ten leaders to authority.
your organization, and you have the power 3. Create new organizations.
of ten leaders times all the followers and Paul didn’t hoard the leaders he devel-
leaders they influence. That’s the difference oped. He raised up leaders to multiply and
between addition and multiplication. It’s extend his influence. And he did it with a
like growing your organization by teams strategy—he planted churches. Wherever
instead of by individuals. he traveled, he left a church with leaders to
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ carry on the ministry.
4. Engage in the ongoing development of
Paul was a master of explosive growth. leaders.
He dedicated himself to people and activi- Paul visited the leaders in his churches
ties that would impact the world. His strat- to follow up with them, encourage them,
egy remains as effective today as it was two and give them direction. Paul’s second
thousand years ago. To promote explosive missionary journey began with the fol-
growth . . . lowing suggestion: “Let us now go back
1. Attract and equip people. and visit our brethren in every city where
Everywhere Paul went, he gathered we have preached the word of the Lord,
listeners and taught them. Paul would and see how they are doing” (Acts 15:36).
enter a town and begin teaching—for days, You can achieve a large vision only
months, and sometimes years. No matter through explosive growth. Anything less
where he went, he continually equipped as will leave you far short of your dreams.
many people as possible. But becoming an explosive-growth leader
2. Find and mentor emerging leaders. requires more than a change in the way you
Paul mentored too many leaders to work; it requires a change in the way you
count. Some of them, such as Silas, came think.
aul knew how important it was to encourage Timothy, for the young leader would have to take a stand in
P many tough situations. So he charged him to take courage and do what was right in difficult times.
Courage is the first essential quality for effective leadership. Leaders initiate and take a stand even when
no one else travels with them. Paul prepares Timothy for this act with his words:
1. There is something to prevent (2:22, 23).
Leaders must flee temptations, such as pleasure and power, that ruin their personal lives.
2. There are some things to pursue (2:22).
Leaders must chase after qualities that will build their character and integrity.
3. There are some things to portray (2:24–26).
Leaders must model right attitudes so that others will want to submit to God.
4. There are some things to perceive (3:1–9).
Leaders must read the times and take responsibility to hold firm to what is right.
5. There is something to pronounce (3:10–17).
Leaders must hold forth God’s Word and use it as a standard for training.
who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant love, perseverance, 11 persecutions, afflictions,
them repentance, so that they may know the which happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium,
truth, 26 and that they may come to their senses at Lystra—what persecutions I endured. And
and escape the snare of the devil, having been out of them all the Lord delivered me. 12 Yes, and
taken captive by him to do his will. all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will
suffer persecution. 13 But evil men and impos-
Perilous Times and Perilous Men tors will grow worse and worse, deceiving and
But know this, that in the last days perilous being deceived. 14 But you must continue in the
3 times will come: 2 For men will be lovers of
themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud,
things which you have learned and been assured
of, knowing from whom you have learned them,
blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthank- 15 and that from childhood you have known
ful, unholy, 3 unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make
without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, you wise for salvation through faith which is in
4 traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure Christ Jesus.
rather than lovers of God, 5 having a form of
godliness but denying its power. And from such
people turn away! 6 For of this sort are those The Law of Sacrifice:
who creep into households and make captives of
gullible women loaded down with sins, led away Timothy Must
by various lusts, 7 always learning and never able Give Up to Go Up
to come to the knowledge of the truth. 8 Now as
Jannes and Jambres resisted Moses, so do these 2 Timothy 3:10–17
also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, dis-
approved concerning the faith; 9 but they will aul called Timothy to surrender many of the
progress no further, for their folly will be mani-
fest to all, as theirs also was.
P comforts he could have enjoyed as a pastor.
Paul teaches us how to handle sacrifices by ad-
dressing our example as a leader (2 Tim. 3:10–13),
The Man of God and the Word of God our experience as a leader (3:14, 15), and our
10 But you have carefully followed my doctrine, equipping as a leader (3:16, 17).
manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering,
The Law of Priorities: Demas has forsaken me, having loved this pres-
ent world, and has departed for Thessalonica—
Timothy’s Three Priorities Crescens for Galatia, Titus for Dalmatia. 11 Only
Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with
2 Timothy 4:1–8
you, for he is useful to me for ministry. 12 And
Tychicus I have sent to Ephesus. 13 Bring the
aul’s last written communication reveals a
P sense of urgency. He wastes no words; every
one of them counts. More than any other pas-
cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas when you
come—and the books, especially the parch-
ments.
sage, this text tells us what is most important to 14 Alexander the coppersmith did me much
Paul, the leader. He challenges Timothy with three harm. May the Lord repay him according to his
priorities: works. 15 You also must beware of him, for he
1. Preach the Word (vv. 1, 2). has greatly resisted our words.
16 At my first defense no one stood with
Timothy must keep the message alive, teach-
me, but all forsook me. May it not be charged
ing urgently, persistently, and with conviction.
against them.
2. Do the work (vv. 3–5).
Timothy was to do the work of an evangelist, The Lord Is Faithful
fulfilling his call, reaching his potential. 17 But the Lord stood with me and strength-
3. Run the race (vv. 6–8).
ened me, so that the message might be preached
Timothy was to emulate Paul, who finished his fully through me, and that all the Gentiles might
course and won the prize.
4:1 aNU-Text omits therefore and reads and by for at.
Farewell
22 The Lord Jesus Christ a be with your spirit.