1 – How are Paul's circumstances different as he writes 2 Timothy from when he wrote 1 Timothy? What has changed? How are Timothy's circumstances different? What is happening in the Roman Empire as Paul writes this letter? What new responsibilities does Paul give Timothy? How will Timothy be able to do these things?

2 – In verses 3-5, what does Paul say about Timothy's heritage? How is this helpful? What does Paul suggest that connects the gospel of Jesus Christ with the old testament? How far back does it go?

3 – In verses 5-7, what does Paul tell us about spiritual gifts? How are they useful? How does one obtain them? How do you know what gift(s) you have? What happens if they are not used?

4 – How are we tasked to prepare the next generation of Christian leaders? What is our church doing for this mission?