The Shepherd: A Biblical Commentary on 1 & 2 Timothy

by Thomas L. Constable

So you think your church has problems? Timothy can relate! In "The A Biblical Commentary on 1 & 2 Timothy," the author takes us on a voyage to understand Paul’s letters to Timothy, the young pastor in Ephesus. Dr. Thomas L. Constable explains how Paul’s first-century advice still applies to the church and to those who shepherd it. In his first letter, Paul encourages Timothy to remain faithful in his duties and take charge of the difficulties plaguing the church. He instructs Timothy on how church leadership should function. In his second letter to Timothy, Paul urges his protégé to persevere and remain committed to the gospel in the face of growing adversity. More About the Faith Footnotes Dr. Thomas Constable’s commentaries have helped thousands of people grasp the Bible’s meaning. In each book in the Faith Footnotes series, you’ll find treasure after treasure of information to help you understand God and his purpose for your life. The series takes readers on an adventure through history uncovering what the text meant to its original readers. In easy-to-understand language Dr. Constable carefully draws out real-life application for twenty-first century believers. Constable connects the dots between other passages of Scripture and reminds us how Scripture beautifully interprets Scripture. Faith Footnotes is the last Bible Commentary you’ll ever need. Each book Historical Background—Complete with a timeline of events and a map of the book’s setting, Constable offers helpful background to understand the context. Main Message—Each book offers readers a high-level overview of the writer’s main message, explaining emphasis and the impetus for writing. Sound Exposition—The verse-by-verse commentary dives into detail about each verse. Constable considers viewpoints of other scholars, frequently quoting well-known theologians. He delves into disputed texts, dealing fairly with each viewpoint. If you want to reach new depths in your knowledge of God or breathe new life into your Bible reading, this commentary is for you.

226 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 29, 2014