Hymenaeus and Alexander

Christians must be evervigilant.

Hymenaeus and Alexander were sincere believers whose faith ws "shipwrecked."

Paul "handed them over to Satan" to teach them a lesson.

It is vital that believers not engage in sinful actions which require this level of intervention.

But many of us do, in fact, require a strong level of correction.

Youth

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Christians are measured by their "fruit," the results of their actions, not the number of their years.

Outline of 1 Timothy 4

1. Teach only what the Spirit teaches you
   
2. Spiritual health is even more important than physical health
   
3. Timothy, remember and apply your special spiritual gift
   
4. Reminder: teach the truth of the Spirit
   

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Paul would rather visit Timothy in person, but he may be delayed.

Writing is another way to share truth about the Christian life.

Qualifications of an Overseer (Elder)

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Worthy goal

1. Above reproach
   
2. Monogamous
   
3. Temperate
   
4. Prudent
   
5. Respectable
   
6. Hospitable
   
7. Able to teach
   
8. Not a lush
   
9. Gentle
   
10. Peaceable
    
11. Not in love with money
    
12. Manages household well
    
13. Children are well-behaved
    
    1. Leadership starts in the home, not the church
       
14. Experienced Christian
    
    1. Not conceited
       
    2. Avoid devil's condemnation
       
15. Good secular reputation
    
    1. Not fall into reproach
       
    2. Avoid the snare of the devil
       

Based upon the NASV

Outline of 1 Timothy 3

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1 Corinthians 14:39

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Fight the Good Fight

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Living the Christian life is not all about functionalism. Sociology's conflict theories have value in helping a Christian interpret the world's events, too.

Paul reminds Timothy to "fight the good fight" against Hymenaeus and Alexander.

I wonder what it means to hand these two men over to Satan?

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