Paul's Letter to Timothy

1. Read the institute student manual commentary for “The Second Letter to Timothy” (p. 374) and “Background Information” (pp. 374–75). Then read 2 Timothy 1:1–7 and Moroni 8:3; 9:6, 22, 25. Compare in writing how Paul’s feelings for Timothy were similar to those Mormon expressed to his son Moroni by answering the following questions: o What parallels are there in the counsel and expressions given by both Paul and Mormon? Both Paul and Mormon taught the importance of staying faithful in the gospel. They also share that real strength comes from remembering the Savior. • Why do you think Paul noted Timothy’s grandmother’s and mother’s faith? Paul knew that Timothy would remember their faith and be encouraged by their good examples. • What assurance did Paul give Timothy about “the spirit of fear”? How can this counsel and assurance help you in your life? • Paul teaches that fear does not come from God. The spirit of power, love, and of a sound mind are from Heavenly Father. 2. Read 2 Timothy 1:15–18. Why did Paul love and bless the “house of Onesiphorus” with the Lord’s mercy? What did Paul bless him with? Read Matthew 25:35–40 and write a sentence describing what you could do today to receive similar blessings from the Lord. How does Matthew 11:29–30 and Jacob 1:8 help you better understand what the “chain” is (yoke or cross) that Paul spoke of in 2 Timothy 1:16? Paul blessed the house of Onesiphorus with the Lord’s mercy because he had been kind and supportive to Paul and had even sought him out. I can seek out others that are in need and lift them up, even something as simple as a smile. The cross or the yoke is doing the Savior’s work. We are His hands on the Earth and we can seek out opportunities to do the things that He would do if He were here. The Savior cares about every individual. Every soul has worth in His eyes. We can pray to see everyone as a child of God.