1 Timothy About this letter - Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012（CEVUK）

About this letterTimothy travelled and worked with Paul (Romans 16.21; 1 Corinthians 16.10; Philippians 2.19), and because of their shared faith, Timothy was like a son to Paul (1.2). Timothy became one of Paul's most faithful co-workers, and Paul mentions Timothy in five of his letters.Although this letter is addressed to Timothy personally, it actually addresses many of the concerns Paul had with the life of the entire church. Guidelines are given for choosing church officials (3.1-7), officers (3.8-13), and leaders (5.17-20).Christians are to pray for everyone and to remember:There is only one Godand Christ Jesusis the only onewho can bring usto God.(2.5)A quick look at this letter1. Greetings (1.1,2)2. Instructions for church life (1.3—3.13)3. The mystery of our religion (3.14—4.5)4. Paul's advice to Timothy (4.6—6.21)