Back in a Roman prison, Paul realized that he had reached the end of his race. His life, modeled on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, was nearing its conclusion, so Paul commissioned his delegate Timothy to carry on his work. When Paul died at the hands of the Romans, this letter essentially became his epitaph (see 4:7-8), and through it, he empowered the church to carry on in his abs…
1Pablo, apóstol de Jesucristo por la voluntad de Dios, según la promesa de la vida que es en Cristo Jesús,
2a Timoteo, amado hijo: Gracia, misericordia y paz, de Dios Padre y de Jesucristo nuestro Señor.
3Doy gracias a Dios, al cual sirvo desde mis mayores con limpia conciencia, de que sin cesar me acuerdo de ti en mis oraciones noche y día;
4deseando verte, al acordarme de tus lágrimas, para llenarme de gozo;
5trayendo a la memoria la fe no fingida que hay en ti, la cual habitó primero en tu abuela Loida, y en tu madre Eunice, y estoy seguro que en ti también.
6Por lo cual te aconsejo que avives el fuego del don de Dios que está en ti por la imposición de mis manos.
7Porque no nos ha dado Dios espíritu de cobardía, sino de poder, de amor y de dominio propio.
8Por tanto, no te avergüences de dar testimonio de nuestro Señor, ni de mí, preso suyo, sino participa de las aflicciones por el evangelio según el poder de Dios,
9quien nos salvó y llamó con llamamiento santo, no conforme a nuestras obras, sino según el propósito suyo y la gracia que nos fue dada en Cristo Jesús antes de los tiempos de los siglos,
10pero que ahora ha sido manifestada por la aparición de nuestro Salvador Jesucristo, el cual quitó la muerte y sacó a luz la vida y la inmortalidad por el evangelio,
11del cual yo fui constituido predicador, apóstol y maestro de los gentiles.
12Por lo cual asimismo padezco esto; pero no me avergüenzo, porque yo sé a quién he creído, y estoy seguro que es poderoso para guardar mi depósito para aquel día.
13Retén la forma de las sanas palabras que de mí oíste, en la fe y amor que es en Cristo Jesús.
14Guarda el buen depósito por el Espíritu Santo que mora en nosotros.
15Ya sabes esto, que me abandonaron todos los que están en Asia, de los cuales son Figelo y Hermógenes.
16Tenga el Señor misericordia de la casa de Onesíforo, porque muchas veces me confortó, y no se avergonzó de mis cadenas,
17sino que cuando estuvo en Roma, me buscó solícitamente y me halló.
18Concédale el Señor que halle misericordia cerca del Señor en aquel día. Y cuánto nos ayudó en Éfeso, tú lo sabes mejor.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
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Versículo 1
I. 1:1-2 See study note on 1 Tim 1:1-2.
1:1-2 See study note on 1 Tim 1:1-2.
1:1 the life he has promised: See Rom 4:13-17. This letter to Timothy celebrates Christ’s resurrection (2 Tim 2:8) and the life that results from it (1:10) as the answer to the suffering and death of the godly (3:12). Paul’s own life demonstrates this hope (4:17-18).
II
Versículo 3
II. 1:3-4 Thanksgiving and prayer are standard sections of Paul’s letters (e.g., Rom 1:8-12; Col 1:3-…
1:3-4 Thanksgiving and prayer are standard sections of Paul’s letters (e.g., Rom 1:8-12; Col 1:3-14; contrast Gal 1:6-10).
1:3 just as my ancestors did: See Phil 3:5; cp. Deut 6:4-9. • with a clear conscience: This might be in relation to heresy (see 2 Tim 2:17-18; see also 1 Tim 1:5) or to Paul’s previous legal self-defense (see Acts 23:1; 24:14-16).
III
Versículo 4
III. 1:4 Paul begins urging Timothy to come to him (see study note on 1:5-14). • your tears: The two m…
1:4 Paul begins urging Timothy to come to him (see study note on 1:5-14). • your tears: The two may have last parted when Paul was transferred to Rome under arrest (cp. Acts 20:37-38; 21:12-14).
IV
Versículo 5
IV. 1:5-14 Paul gently but firmly summons Timothy to Rome (see also 4:9, 21; cp. 1 Tim 1:3-11, 12-17)…
1:5-14 Paul gently but firmly summons Timothy to Rome (see also 4:9, 21; cp. 1 Tim 1:3-11, 12-17). Suffering seemed certain if Timothy remained faithful, and Paul wanted to strengthen Timothy’s resolve. • The allusions to the Spirit in 2 Tim 1:6-7 and 1:14 form an inclusio (literary bookends) around this section.
1:5 On Timothy’s parentage, see Acts 16:1-3; 1 Tim 1:2. • Faith means Christian faith, but Timothy’s Jewish heritage through his grandmother and mother explains how he was rooted in Old Testament instruction (2 Tim 3:14-15). Their Christian faith was an example for him to follow.
V
Versículo 6
V. 1:6 fan into flames: The Spirit’s work is not automatic—it must be cultivated (see Eph 5:18-21; 1…
1:6 fan into flames: The Spirit’s work is not automatic—it must be cultivated (see Eph 5:18-21; 1 Thes 5:19-20; cp. Acts 4:31; 7:55; 13:9). • The spiritual gift is the Holy Spirit’s enablement for ministry (see 1 Cor 12:1–14:40; cp. Acts 6:3, 5; 11:24). • when I laid my hands on you: Paul and the elders (1 Tim 4:14) had ordained Timothy for ministry with the ceremonial laying on of hands.
VI
Versículo 8
VI. 1:8 This verse summarizes the letter. Timothy would probably experience suffering (2:3; 3:12; 4:5…
1:8 This verse summarizes the letter. Timothy would probably experience suffering (2:3; 3:12; 4:5; see Heb 13:23) both in coming to Rome and in his subsequent ministry as Paul’s successor.
VII
Versículo 9
VII. 1:9-10 This passage underscores the importance of obedience (1:8) and strengthens Timothy for it …
1:9-10 This passage underscores the importance of obedience (1:8) and strengthens Timothy for it (cp. 1 Tim 1:15; 2:5-6). • God saved us . . . Christ Jesus, our Savior: God and Christ are described interchangeably in the role of Savior (see 1 Tim 1:1; 2:3-4). • called us to live a holy life: Salvation and godliness are linked (see 1 Tim 3:14-16; 5:8; Titus 2:11-14; 3:4-7; Eph 2:10). • not because we deserved it: We deserve condemnation (see Rom 3:23-24; 5:6-11; Eph 2:8-9; Titus 3:5). • that was his plan from before the beginning of time: See Titus 1:2; John 17:24; Eph 1:4, 11; 1 Pet 1:20; Rev 13:8. Salvation is completely removed from human merit and located exclusively in the gracious working of God.
VIII
Versículo 10
VIII. 1:10 God’s gift of grace has been made . . . plain in history by Christ Jesus (see Rom 16:26; 1 P…
1:10 God’s gift of grace has been made . . . plain in history by Christ Jesus (see Rom 16:26; 1 Pet 1:20). • by the appearing: See study note on 1 Tim 6:14. • broke the power of death: See 1 Cor 15:26; 2 Thes 2:8; Heb 2:14. • the way to life: See 2 Tim 1:1; 1 Cor 15:53-54; Titus 1:2. • through the Good News: Salvation is provided by Christ, but its effects are mediated through proclamation of the Good News (see Titus 1:2-3; Rom 1:16-17; 10:14-15).
IX
Versículo 12
IX. 1:12 Paul had complete confidence as he faced his own death (see 4:17-18; Rom 1:16; 2 Cor 4:8-9; …
1:12 Paul had complete confidence as he faced his own death (see 4:17-18; Rom 1:16; 2 Cor 4:8-9; Phil 1:20); it was an example for Timothy to follow (see 2 Tim 1:8). • what I have entrusted to him (or what has been entrusted to me; literally my deposit): My deposit might be either the Good News that had been entrusted to Paul (see 1 Tim 6:20) or Paul’s life and ministry that he had committed to God.
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Versículo 14
X. 1:14 Timothy must guard the precious truth (literally guard the good deposit; see study notes on …
1:14 Timothy must guard the precious truth (literally guard the good deposit; see study notes on 1:12; 3:11) by faithfully proclaiming it and preventing false teachers from distorting it (see study note on 2:2; see also 1 Tim 6:20).
XI
Versículo 15
XI. 1:15-18 Using the examples of others, both negative and positive, Paul continues urging Timothy t…
1:15-18 Using the examples of others, both negative and positive, Paul continues urging Timothy to be faithful and to come to Rome without fear.
1:15 everyone . . . has deserted me: The desertion took place either in Rome or in the province of Asia when Paul was arrested. Paul might have seen this as another way his life followed the pattern of Christ’s (see Matt 26:31, 56). • Phygelus and Hermogenes are otherwise unknown. The context (2 Tim 1:11-14) might imply that they were church leaders who sided with Paul’s opponents.
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2 Timothy — Capítulo 1
Back in a Roman prison, Paul realized that he had reached the end of his race. His life, modeled on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, was nearing its conclusion, so Paul commissioned his delegate Timothy to carry on his work. When Paul died at the hands of the Romans, this letter essentially became his epitaph (see 4:7-8), and through it, he empowered the church to carry on in his abs…
Texto — Reina-Valera 1960
1Pablo, apóstol de Jesucristo por la voluntad de Dios, según la promesa de la vida que es en Cristo Jesús,
2a Timoteo, amado hijo: Gracia, misericordia y paz, de Dios Padre y de Jesucristo nuestro Señor.
3Doy gracias a Dios, al cual sirvo desde mis mayores con limpia conciencia, de que sin cesar me acuerdo de ti en mis oraciones noche y día;
4deseando verte, al acordarme de tus lágrimas, para llenarme de gozo;
5trayendo a la memoria la fe no fingida que hay en ti, la cual habitó primero en tu abuela Loida, y en tu madre Eunice, y estoy seguro que en ti también.
6Por lo cual te aconsejo que avives el fuego del don de Dios que está en ti por la imposición de mis manos.
7Porque no nos ha dado Dios espíritu de cobardía, sino de poder, de amor y de dominio propio.
8Por tanto, no te avergüences de dar testimonio de nuestro Señor, ni de mí, preso suyo, sino participa de las aflicciones por el evangelio según el poder de Dios,
9quien nos salvó y llamó con llamamiento santo, no conforme a nuestras obras, sino según el propósito suyo y la gracia que nos fue dada en Cristo Jesús antes de los tiempos de los siglos,
10pero que ahora ha sido manifestada por la aparición de nuestro Salvador Jesucristo, el cual quitó la muerte y sacó a luz la vida y la inmortalidad por el evangelio,
11del cual yo fui constituido predicador, apóstol y maestro de los gentiles.
12Por lo cual asimismo padezco esto; pero no me avergüenzo, porque yo sé a quién he creído, y estoy seguro que es poderoso para guardar mi depósito para aquel día.
13Retén la forma de las sanas palabras que de mí oíste, en la fe y amor que es en Cristo Jesús.
14Guarda el buen depósito por el Espíritu Santo que mora en nosotros.
15Ya sabes esto, que me abandonaron todos los que están en Asia, de los cuales son Figelo y Hermógenes.
16Tenga el Señor misericordia de la casa de Onesíforo, porque muchas veces me confortó, y no se avergonzó de mis cadenas,
17sino que cuando estuvo en Roma, me buscó solícitamente y me halló.
18Concédale el Señor que halle misericordia cerca del Señor en aquel día. Y cuánto nos ayudó en Éfeso, tú lo sabes mejor.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
Versículo 1
I. 1:1-2 See study note on 1 Tim 1:1-2.
Versículo 3
II. 1:3-4 Thanksgiving and prayer are standard sections of Paul’s letters (e.g., Rom 1:8-12; Col 1:3-…
Versículo 4
III. 1:4 Paul begins urging Timothy to come to him (see study note on 1:5-14). • your tears: The two m…
Versículo 5
IV. 1:5-14 Paul gently but firmly summons Timothy to Rome (see also 4:9, 21; cp. 1 Tim 1:3-11, 12-17)…
Versículo 6
V. 1:6 fan into flames: The Spirit’s work is not automatic—it must be cultivated (see Eph 5:18-21; 1…
Versículo 8
VI. 1:8 This verse summarizes the letter. Timothy would probably experience suffering (2:3; 3:12; 4:5…
Versículo 9
VII. 1:9-10 This passage underscores the importance of obedience (1:8) and strengthens Timothy for it …
Versículo 10
VIII. 1:10 God’s gift of grace has been made . . . plain in history by Christ Jesus (see Rom 16:26; 1 P…
Versículo 12
IX. 1:12 Paul had complete confidence as he faced his own death (see 4:17-18; Rom 1:16; 2 Cor 4:8-9; …
Versículo 14
X. 1:14 Timothy must guard the precious truth (literally guard the good deposit; see study notes on …
Versículo 15
XI. 1:15-18 Using the examples of others, both negative and positive, Paul continues urging Timothy t…