"According to the Gospel," I Timothy 1:1-11

Recorded 09/21/2025

Pastor Larry Stephens brings his first message as senior/lead pastor at Highland Baptist Church.

This series through 1 Timothy will speak to God's design for His church.

I. There Must Be a Love for Truth (vss.1-7)

Discipleship Reflection: How to nurture love for God’s Word?

1. Have a disciplined reading plan.

2. Read God's Word in Community.

3. Pray before reading God's Word.

II. A Love for Gospel Truth Will Motivate “Rightly Dividing” God’s Word (vss. 8-11)

How do we use God’s Word to Show Love to Sinners?

1. See the sinner how God saw/sees you.

2. Bring them before the Lord in Fervent prayer.