As Paul shares his testimony of the gospel that has been entrusted to him and Timothy, he expresses his overwhelming gratitude for Jesus Christ’s grace and mercy towards him despite his violent past. Join us for Session Two as we learn how Jesus came to save even the worst of sinners, displaying God’s perfect patience for all who would receive eternal life through faith in Him.

Verses Used:

1 Timothy 1:12-13a

Acts 22:3-5

1 Timothy 1:13b-14

1 Timothy 1:15-16

2 Peter 3:9

1 Timothy 1:17

1 Timothy 1:18-19a

Galatians 2:20

1 Timothy 1:19b-20

Ephesians 2:8-9

Discussion Questions:

1. What was your main takeaway from the message and homework this week?

2. How does Paul describe who he was before encountering Christ in 1 Timothy 1:13?

3. What does Paul say was abundant in 1 Timothy 1:14? What prevents us from fully accepting this and allowing it to free us from the shame and guilt of our past sin and mistakes?

4. For what purpose did Paul say he found mercy in verse sixteen? You have found mercy for the same purpose. Are you allowing this to be true of your life?

5. What does Paul say he maintained in verse nineteen? What does this look like, and what is the result of not doing so?

6. What does Paul say he did with Hymenaeus and Alexander. What does this verse mean? What does it look like to do so in present day?