Family Matters

1 Timothy 5:1-2

Introduction

As we close out this book we come to the interactions of Christians with each other.

These interactions bring a lot to consider to the surface.

We find much instruction for men and women of every age and station here.

The Foundational Home

Notice that a healthy home is the foundation of relationships in the church (1 Tim. 5:1-2).

We get some instructions about healthy homes here.

Churches should be pressing unhealthy homes to fulfill their roles (1 Tim. 5:7-8).

We particularly extend those family relationships to those who lack them (1 Tim. 5:4).

Regulated Relationships

Charity is not simply giving when it feels good (1 Tim. 5:3-16).

Elders garner a particular level of honor (1 Tim. 5:17-21).

Our relationships should even be guided by consideration of appearances (1 Tim. 6:1-2).

Money Matters

The issue is the amount of focus we put on money (1 Tim. 6:9-10).

If we focus on godliness, then we will have all necessary prosperity (1 Tim. 6:6-8).

Again, we are concerned here with how our attitudes affect our relationships (1 Tim. 6:17-19).

Conclusion

No one is left out here.

God is providing for your care and he is using you to provide for the care of others.

Whether you have a family that provides for you, or you are all alone, God calls you into a far greater family to find and to help provide that care.

Would you join that family today?