VBS 2026 | Rain Forrest Falls |
June 1–5 | 9am–Noon | Ages 4 through incoming 5th grade
Politics, Day 1
Published September 12, 2024
Let’s talk about politics.
The author of 1 Timothy, theApostle Paul, wrote at a time when Rome was the world power and Emperor Nero had supreme governing authority. Nero was notoriously wicked and it is in this context that Paul calls his disciple Timothy to pray.
1 Timothy 2:1–7
[1] First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, [2] for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. [3] This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, [4] who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. [5] For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, [6] who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time. [7] For this I was appointed a preacher and an apostle (I am telling the truth, I am not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth. (ESV)
Consider these questions about this passage. Take some notes about your answers. 1. Does this bring to mind a sin to confess? 2. Is there a promise here to claim? 3. Is there a command to obey? 4. Is there an example to follow? 5. Is there an error to avoid? 6. Is there something here to praise God for?If you’d like to learn more about 1 Timothy 2 watch the book overview at The Bible Project: 1 Timothy