. The parchments most certainly were copies of the Old Testament Scriptures. When the alarm and indignation of the people were excited by the tremendous ruin of a conflagration, which burnt down almost half the city, it answered the purpose of Nero (who was accused of causing the fire) to avert the rage of the populace from himself to the already hated votaries of a new religion. How to get right with God: By water or the Spirit? Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon. He Upon his release he returned to Greece and Asia Minor, and was later arrested again, taken back to Rome, and beheaded. The Second Timothy 4:19-22 wraps up Paul's last letter to his dear friend, Timothy. evidence supports Pauline authorship of these Tychicus I have sent to Ephesus. (www.Lockman.org). 4:9-12 Paul asks Timothy to visit him as soon as possible, bringing John Mark with him. Paul writes a word of encouragement and warning as (2Timothy 4:16 - 18, HBFV where noted). me for service. Timothy was with Paul in Corinth during the winter of 57-58 when Paul dispatched his Letter to the Romans (Romans 16:21). 2 Tim. "The books" would seem to be a reference to papyrus books. Christianity.com is a member of the Salem Web Network of sites including: Copyright 2023, Christianity.com. Paul the apostle (1:1). (2Timothy 4:16-18 RSV). (2Timothy 4:9-12 RSV). Luke alone is with me. It is a tribute to him that he recovered himself, and a tribute to Paul that he found the grace to forgive and forget the weakness of the past and give him another chance. Paul has already asked Timothy to quickly make a trip to see him. Titus, a young man who like Timothy had traveled much with Paul, was regarded as a very responsible and trustworthy servant. Innumerable schools, colleges, societies and institutions have been named for this great apostle. 14Alexander the metalworker did me a great deal of harm. He currently The first point of time is Timothy receiving this letter from Paul and the second point of time is Timothy visiting Paul in Rome. To him be the glory for ever and ever. He points out that the name Demas is a nickname for Demetrius, and that there are two Demetriuses mentioned in Scripture. Eubulus greets you, and so do Pudens, Linus, Claudia and all the brothers. The Philosopher, the Lover & the Mourner, Introduction to the Old Testament Prophets, Amos denounces social injustice in Israel, Hosea laments the unfaithfulness of Israel, Micah decries social injustice in Israel and Judah, 39. The letter is genuine, warm, tender, loving, In the Benediction in Hebrews, the author indicates that come to me soon . So Chaucer: "And night and day dide ever his diligence. Mark is another name familiar to all who know the New Testament. . Bold I approach th' eternal throne, and claim the crown, through Christ my own. (See Acts 28:30-31). Erastus is still in Corinth (where he is the Director of Public Works) (see Acts 19:22 & Romans 16:23) while Trophimus was left by Paul in Miletus because he was ill (see 2 on Map 28). He appealed, however, to the sentence of a juster Judge, who would soon change the fetters of the criminal into the wreath of the conqueror. Linus is very likely the successor to the apostle, in some sense, in leadership over the church at Rome. From Acts of the Apostles to John's Revelation, 12 Aug. 1 Corinthians 10:16-17,11:20-34, 2 Feb. Genesis 29:31-35,30:1-12,17-24. Get Mark and bring him with you, because he is helpful to me in my ministry. such opportunities were now granted the apostle, confined as he the Christian churches first learned that Paul was to //white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 44 caesars household.htm, The Epistles of Paul. The letter is genuine, warm, tender, loving, of a different amanuensis. climax comes in 4:6-8. : Paul spoke of Jesus, of His death and His resurrection, so that all the Heathen multitude might hear. However, it is reported that scholars are almost unanimous in believing that this is one of the 'pseudo-Pauline' epistles written in Paul's name long after his death.If the epistle was only written to appear to have been written by Paul himself, we can not be certain where the real author wrote 2 Timothy from. It is not surprising that nineteen centuries after his death, the capital of one of our fifty states, St. Paul, Minnesota, is named for Paul; and one of the five largest cities on the face of the earth, Sao Paulo, Brazil, also bears his name. Acts 28vs16&30: "When we arrived in Rome, Paul was permitted to have his own private lodging, though he was guarded by a soldier. We know that Some of this does seem to correlate with a detail found in Paul's final letters to Timothy. There is very little evidence for that. very long journey from Rome. Even the great apostle Paul knew that he could not go it alone, and he gathered several individuals around himself to support him in his hour of need. I felt afresh the impact that Paul by his letters has made upon human history. evidence supports Pauline authorship of these friend. Paul and Timothy are almost inseparable. 4:19 Paul sends his greetings to Aquila and Priscilla in Ephesus, with whom he had stayed for eighteen months in Corinth on his second missionary journey (see Acts 18:3 and Map 24) and for three years in Ephesus on his third missionary journey (see Acts 18:18-19, 18:26, 19:1, 1 Corinthians 16:19 and Map 25). Using the website implies your agreement to the use of cookies. The Basilica of San Paolo fuori le Mura, also on the Via Ostiense just outside the old Roman city walls, was built originally in the 4th century AD by the Christian emperor Constantine, where an earlier memorial marked the spot believed to be the site of Pauls burial. Brutalized as the Romans were by the perpetual spectacle of human combats in the amphitheater, and hardened by popular prejudice against the "atheistical" sect, yet the tortures of the victims excited even their compassion. If that is so, why then does Paul leave Trophimus ill, especially when as an apostle he had had remarkable demonstrations of the ability to heal the sick? Quotations designated (NET) are from the As he was inprison several times, it is possible but mainly in The Basilica San Paolo alle Tre Fontane (the Church of St Paul with the three fountains), south of Romes city centre on the Via Ostiense, is believed to mark the spot where Paul was executed in c.67AD. The World of the New Testament Journeys, English Translations of the New Testament, Jesus teaches how to receive the Holy Spirit, Jesus is changed on the slopes of Mount Hermon, Jesus heralds the end of the sacrificial system, The believers are filled with the Holy Spirit, Stephen is killed & the believers are scattered, 9. ordered them executed. trial and was subsequently released. The privileges of Roman citizenship exempted Apostle Paul from the ignominious death of lingering torture, which had been lately inflicted on so many of his brethren. preaching the word Of Christ St. Paul wrote to him from Macedonia the first of the two letters which are addressed to him. Paul was charged as a criminal (2 Tim. Which is greater 36 yards 2 feet and 114 feet 2 inch? rebuke of a Pagan festival honoring the Goddess Diana. In this verse, Paul mentions Claudia in his final greetings to Timothy while Paul is imprisoned in Rome: "Eubulus greets you, and so do Pudens, Linus, Claudia and all the brothers and sisters.". Unless otherwise noted "Scripture Here, he is telling Timothy that he will face persecution for teaching the message of Christ Jesus.All was obviously going to happen very quickly, in the twinkling of an eye ( 1 . AUTHOR: Scripture quoted by permission. And now, waiting for him, is a crown like a successful athletes crown of victory that the Lord Jesus will present to him for being right with God (2 Timothy 4:8). We are not left to conjecture the feelings with which Paul awaited his ultimate fate in Rome, for he has himself expressed them in that sublime strain of triumphant hope which is familiar to the memory of every Christian, and which has nerved the hearts of a thousand martyrs. AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE, "May it not be charged against them," he says; and he prays for those who forsook him in the hour of danger. Ezekiel warns of the conquest of Jerusalem, Ezekiel's vision of idolatry in the Temple, Ezekiel speaks through prophesies and parables, Further prophecies & the fall of Jerusalem, Hope for the future - New life for Israel, 45. All rights reserved. continue the work on Crete (Titus 1:5). Paul wrote from solitary have three grown daughters. http://www.bible.org/. At this time Paul was in his second imprisonment in Rome ( 2 Timothy 1:2, 8 ). to them and Irenaeus and Tertullian identify them as 4:13-15 Paul warns Timothy to be on his guard against Alexander, the Jewish metal worker who has done Paul a great deal of harm (see 1 Timothy 1:20). proclamation might be fully accomplished, and that I like the way one of the modern versions translates that: "He is a good man to have around the place." Earnestly endeavor. One was the silversmith in Ephesus who led the riot, recorded in the eighteenth chapter of Acts, that threatened the apostle's life. Continue Learning about Religious Studies. It was a great experience again for me to go through these fantastic theological explanations of the redemptive program of God, as they came through the mighty heart and mind of this great apostle. To him be glory for ever and ever. distribute it, but it may not be sold under any circumstances whatsoever The "lion" here is very likely a reference to Satan, the malevolent schemer behind all the false charges that were laid against Paul, the one who had weakened the courage of the Christians so they dared not stand up along with the apostle. He was, therefore, far distant from Rome when the first imperial persecution of Christianity broke out, in consequence of the great fire. Hebrews 13 tells us that God has promised, "I will never, never, ever, under any conditions (there are six Greek negatives thrown in there) leave you nor forsake you," (Hebrews 13:5). Yet we can quite understand that a leader of so abhorred a sect would be subjected to a severe imprisonment. of starting the blaze, he blamed the Christians and Some were wrapped in robes impregnated with inflammable materials and set on fire at night, that they might serve to illuminate the circus of the Vatican and the gardens of Nero. Grace be with you." writing his letter to the Philippian church. Context Summary. Paul writes thus to Timothy immediately after. ", Series: Introduction to So Paul concludes. Only Luke is with Paul in Rome (see Colossians 4:14 & Philemon 1:24), though he has also been visited by Onesiphorus (see 2 Timothy 1:16-18). It is evident from this paragraph that the apostle expects Timothy to leave Ephesus and come to Rome to join him, and to travel not by ship across the Mediterranean, but to come by the overland route. In the city of Chichester in England, a plaque was dug up some time ago that had this king's name inscribed on it, and the name of his son-in-law was Pudens. coming from Paul. Matthew Poole's Commentary To Rome, where Paul was at this time a prisoner. Paul prayed for Timothy night and day (2 Tim. They would not only relieve his boredom, but also instruct his spirit and cause it to rejoice in the Word of God. If We have an account of the first hearing of the cause from his own pen. I am already being poured out as a drink offering, . : Paul did not go there during the first 3 journeys. Paul writes to his close missionary associate written by the apostle Paul. This is the last letter never see him again. One reason was that Demas, who had been Paul's fellow worker, had forsaken him. He also writes to encourage Timothy Amen. and taking tender concern for his son in the faith be counted against them. . Paul is imprisoned in Rome, beginning in 61 A.D., at the end of his fourth missionary journey (Acts 28:16 - 31). But in the letters of John, who wrote somewhat later than Paul, another Demetrius is mentioned. is free to use this material and For permission to use this content, please review 5. Evidently no Christian was ready to risk his life by standing up for Paul, so he had to face this preliminary hearing all alone. . Paul hoped to improve Timothy's ministry effectiveness. confinement in a prison cell at the famous Roman But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength to proclaim the word fully, that all the Gentiles might hear it. the exception of Romans and I Corinthians. It is dangerous and difficult (2Timothy 1:16) to seek his prison and so perilous to show any public sympathy with him. This makes most sense if both are in prison, especially given the risk inherent in naming an accomplice who remains free. The place of execution in Rome was not far distant. dark, damp Roman dungeon. thankfulness similar to that expressed in his letter May it not be held against them. the Gentiles might hear; and I was delivered out of Priscilla (or Prisca) and Aquila were the Jewish couple, tentmakers like himself, whom Paul had met in Corinth. 15:24, 28), and may have been arrested later at International Coordinator and visiting "Christ in you, the hope of glory" Col. 1:27. S, and served for over 20 years as 9Do your best to come to me quickly, 10for Demas, because he loved this world, has deserted me and has gone to Thessalonica. at the command of Nero himself, and confined with robbers //homily iv 2 timothy ii.htm, 2 Timothy iv. 4:20 Paul brings Timothy up-to-date on the whereabouts of two other fellow-workers from Ephesus. It is a spiritual last no one supported me, but all deserted me; may it not 2 Timothy 2:9. "A very great multitude," as Tacitus informs us, perished in this manner and it appears from his statement that the mere fact of professing Christianity was accounted sufficient to justify their execution. Timothy was a trustworthy friend who carried money collected by the Philippian church to care for Paul's needs in Corinth. From the above description we can realize in some measure the external features of Paul's last trial. Pick And he sends his recommendations to the Romans in the letter which he wrote from Corinth the same year. (1:8). his personal condition just before his death. . before his execution. righteousness" (4:8). Website 2023 by Ray Stedman Ministries. : "He did me great harm," Paul says; he opposed Paul's message. I would add that that is highly speculative, however. I have fought a good fight; I have finished the course; I have kept the faith. from 1972 until 2005, and a weekly radio Free Bible studies indexed by Bible references and doctrines. He, very likely, was the same man. (2Timothy 4:22a RSV). Titus was the test case, the focus of attention at the Council of Jerusalem, when the question arose as to whether he, a Greek, would need to be circumcised in order to live as a Christian. Peter had the same high view of the authority of Scriptures. If we put all that together it sounds very much as though Claudia came to Rome, met Pudens, married him there, and they became Christians. The Roman emperor Nero had been slowly descending into madness since his ascent to the throne in AD 54, a process exacerbated by the great fire of Rome in AD 64 that burned half the city. The Jewish World of the Old Testament, Sources of the History of Israel and Judah. Timothy 4:9-22. : But notice where the apostle rests his case: "The Lord will requite him for his deeds," he says. taken back to Rome and beheaded at his second He explains to Timothy He That is the foundation of life, the rock upon which all else must be built: the union of our spirit with the Lord's Spirit to make us new persons in Christ. https://www.christiancourier.com/articles/144-pauls-two-year-roman-imprisonment that he be strong in the task to which God has Now Paul is not only chained, but treated "as a malefactor" and will soon die for his faith. The time has come for Pauls departure, and there is is a very moving document as we see the aged apostle He certainly did not expect a final acquittal, but felt no doubt that the cause would ultimately result in his condemnation. Paul wrote I How he has taught us, instructed us and guided us! Paul refers to him in the letter to Philippians as, "my fellow laborer." 4:20 Paul brings Timothy up-to-date on the whereabouts of two other fellow-workers from Ephesus. Then Paul adds, "only Luke is with me." his friends. He sends greetings from Eubulus, Pudens, Linus (who, according to tradition, became the first leader of the church in Rome, after Paul and Peter), Claudia and the other believers in Rome, before finishing with a benediction: The Lord be with your spirit. He has left an impact on earth that is hardly equaled by any other name in all of history. We have only a limited knowledge of Pauls final days in Rome, awaiting execution in the Mamertine Prison adjacent to the Forum. His father was a Gentile, but his mother was a Jew. They went together to Macedonia; and the apostle puts Timothys name with his own before the second Epistle to the Corinthians, which he wrote to them from Macedonia, about the middle of the year of Christ 57. The pagan people made a great feast, in the celebration of which they carried in procession the images of their idols, being all masked, and armed with clubs and other offensive weapons. 3:14, 15). nothing about Paul after the conclusion of Acts 28. The Lord Jesus was always near him, but now was felt almost visibly present in the hour of his need. Thank you for these wonderful letters that encourage us to this end, until the Day dawns and every shadow flees away. Then we get a report on the situation in Rome. The Lord will deliver me from letters to different churches from prison. If you need help in 4:1-5 Paul encourages Timothy to get on with teaching the Good News as the time will come when people will not listen to the truth, but will only believe what they are itching to hear. No Christian ventured to stand by him in the court of justice (2Timothy 4:16). upon his arrival. As the final stage of his trial approaches, the Apostle Paul looks forward to death as his certain sentence (2Timothy 4:6 - 8). But the Lord stood with me, attested as genuine than the Pastoral Epistles, with Or eternal life in God's kingdom? in world missions. We may, therefore, hope that Paul's last earthly wish was fulfilled. Resources: This story is adapted from John Kitto's 1870History of the Bibleand represents the commonly accepted views about this apostle among rank and file believers in the late 19th century. We only know that it resulted in a sentence of the death penalty. The only mention of Claudia in the Bible occurs in 2 Timothy 4:21. Timothy's tears at their last parting increased Paul's desire to see him again (vs. 4). to the Philippians. RayStedman.org/permissions. Asia Minor, and was later arrested again, taken back 2 Timothy We know that Letter of Paul to the Colossians, also called Epistle of St. Paul the Apostle to the Colossians, abbreviation Colossians, twelfth book of the New Testament, addressed to Christians at Colossae, Asia Minor, whose congregation was founded by St. Paul the Apostle's colleague Epaphras. It was at first delegated chiefly to the Prefect of the city and though causes might, up to the beginning of the second century, be tried by the Praetors in the old way, yet this became more and more unusual. Again, William Barclay says that it was a Roman custom that when a citizen was being taken to Rome for trial he was permitted to take two slaves with him. John's Letters to the believers in Asia Minor, 20. 2 Tim. Paul asks for his cloak, as the prison would have been very cold, and other items. | GotQuestions.org, Timothy: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com. Timothy). When St. Paul returned from Rome, in 64, he left Timothy at Ephesus to take care of that church, of which he was first bishop, as he is recognized by the council of Chaceldon. Roman imprisonment about A.D. 63. What a wonderful close to a marvelous life! Tychicus is the one whom Paul sends now to replace Timothy in Ephesus to carry on Timothy's work there. 2 Tim. He was delivered from the immediate peril, and saved from the ignominious and painful death which might have been his doom had he been convicted on such a charge. Paul was charged as a criminal. May it not be charged against them! 21Do your best to get here before winter. DATE AND PLACE: The judicial power of the people, however, was delegated, by special laws, to certain bodies of Judges, superintended by the several Praetors. And when Paul is in prison, Timothy is not sent anywhere. in Rome. scholars attribute the Benediction in Hebrews as authentic Paul, every evil deed, and bring me safely to His heavenly Despite one successful trial, Paul knows he will not leave Rome alive. What Can We Learn From the Mistakes of King Solomon? During the 3 years Paul was in Ephesus teaching them about the amazing power of God, Timothy was there, too. will and testament of sorts, the "dying wish" of the William Barclay, the great Scottish commentator, suggests that there may be some reason to believe, however, that Demas later returned to fellowship wit h the Lord. Many scholars believe Paul was made the The writer's response is, "What, then, can man do unto me?" Jeremiah warns of the destruction of Jerusalem, Jeremiah says idolatry will bring Judah's fall, Jeremiah prophesies the destruction of Jerusalem, Miscellaneous flashbacks to earlier times, Gedeliah is murdered & Jeremiah goes to Egypt, 43. "Make every effort to Paul's Letters to Ephesus, Colossae & Philippi, 17. becoming a Christian here is The He was led out on the Ostian Way, he placed his head on the executioner's block, the axe flashed in the sun, and Paul found himself at that great Day when the Lord himself gave him the crown of glory, and along with him all people from all ages and time who have come to love the appearing of Jesus. For Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. How did you use the result to determine who walked fastest and slowest? I am sure that one of the first things we will do when we get to glory is to thank him for his faithful ministry, to which we are all indebted. Paul would have had the comfort of his presence during the closing months of his life. Nero set fire to Rome in order to rebuild it to his own designs. But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the proclamation might be fully made, and all the Gentiles might hear the gospel; and I was delivered out of the lion's mouth. Even though the next time would surely mean a sentence of death, he says, "The Lord will rescue me from every evil and save me for his heavenly kingdom," (Verse 18). (5) The last part of the epistle, setting forth grievous complaints against certain ones, and examples of singular godliness in every place, and of a mind never wearied. The Israelites face continuing opposition, The Israelites fight the remaining Canaanites, Israel under the 'judges': Othniel and Ehud, Gibeah is destroyed & the Benjamites punished, The Ark of the Covenant is captured at Aphek, 30. 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