1. In verse 11, Paul tells Timothy to, "command these things." What things? Why is he so
forceful?

2. In verse 12, why might the church in Ephesus look down on Timothy? What issues were
they dealing with that they might not respect Timothy or agree with him? How was Timothy
to earn their respect?

3. What does Paul say should be Timothy’s primary interest as a pastor? What are some of the spiritual gifts God gave the church? How might they be useful today?

4. How does one discern what gift he has? Does every Christian have a spiritual gift? Look up
the following verses: 1 Corinthians 12:7, 1 Peter 4:10, Ephesians 4:12. What is the primary
purpose of a spiritual gift?

5. What are some ways to, "fan into flame," a dormant spiritual gift? What could happen if we
don’t?