

	~Review Questions~ 1^st Timothy 3 [1] Write the second of the five (5) faithful sayings found in the Pastoral Epistles. [2] The New Testament Church is said to be an "Organism". Read 1 Peter 2:1-5; 9-10; Gal. 6:10; and Ephesians 5:22-6:9. Explain why the N.T. Church is considered an "Organism". [3] In 1 Timothy 3:2-3 we can find the "Personal Qualifications" of a "Bishop", which is the same office as "Elder" or "Pastor". Name the thirteen (13) personal qualifications of a Pastor: *[4] What does it mean to be the "Husband of one wife"? How does this qualification prohibit women from being "Pastors"?* *[5] What does "Filthy Lucre"* mean? [6] In 1 Timothy 3:4-5 we find the "Family Qualifications" of a Pastor. Name the two (2) family qualifications of a Pastor. [7] In 1 Timothy 3:6-7 we find the "Spiritual Qualifications" of a Pastor. Name the two (2) spiritual qualifications of a Pastor. [8] What does it mean by "not a Novice"?** [9] In 1 Timothy 3:8-13 we find that Paul also gives a list of "Qualifications for Deacons", those who are selected by the local assembly to assist the Pastor. List the nine (9) qualifications for a Deacon. *[10] In 1 Timothy 3:10, we find that the Deacon is not to "HOLD"* the office of deacon, but rather he is to what the office of deacon?** [11] How do we know that a woman is not to be a Deacon? (1 Tim. 3:11-12) [12] Being a "Leader" in a New Testament Church is much more than just "Holding a Position" or "Having a Title". The qualifications for Pastors and Deacons are very strict, and they should be. What are the qualifications for wives of both the Pastors and Deacons. (1 Timothy 3:11-13) [13] In 1 Timothy 3:14-16 we find that there are also "Guidelines for the Saints". Explain what YOU think that 1 Timothy 3:15 means in context with the rest of Chapter 3. *[14] Explain how 1 Timothy 3:16* summarizes the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ.** [15] What does it mean "A Church Grows by Nutrition, Not Addition" in relation to the following passages of Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:1-2; Ps. 119:9-11; Joshua 1:8; 2 Timothy 2:15 Commentary for 1Timothy Chapter 4 .