Timothy Young Pastor, Companion of Paul
About Timothy
Timothy was a young pastor and Paul's closest ministry companion. Born to a Greek father and Jewish mother, he was raised in the faith by his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois. Paul wrote two letters to him with instructions for church leadership. Despite his youth and timidity, Paul entrusted him with significant responsibilities.
Timothy's Character Traits
Timothy's Life Timeline
View journey on mapTimothy comes to faith, likely during Paul's first visit to Lystra.
ACT 14:6-7, 2TI 1:5Timothy serves faithfully with Paul, sent to various churches.
PHP 2:19-22Timothy's Key Relationships
Timothy's Key Locations
Spiritual Lessons from Timothy
Don't Despise Your Youth
Timothy faced challenges of youth and natural timidity, yet Paul encouraged him: 'Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young.' God can use young leaders who set an example in speech, life, love, faith, and purity.
Key Verses about Timothy
Frequently Asked Questions
Bible Bites
Circumcised as an Adult for Ministry
Though Timothy had a Jewish mother, his Greek father had not allowed him to be circumcised as a child. Paul had Timothy circumcised as an adult not for salvation, but so he could effectively minister to Jewish communities who knew his father was Greek.
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