Unto Timothy, my own son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord.
“1 Timothy 1:2′

In this verse, the writer identifies the letter’s recipient and offers a beautiful blessed greeting. The letter was written to Timothy, one of four personal New Testament letters by Paul. The reference to Timothy as “my child in the faith’ indicates a spiritual relationship, most likely the result of Paul leading Timothy to faith in Christ. Only Timothy and Titus were called “true children’ by Paul.

In addition to teaching unbelievers the truths of the gospel of grace, Paul stressed the importance of nurturing, discipline, and encouraging early stage believers to grow in the faith. Justification in God’s eyes is a once off event, whereas sanctification is a lifetime process. It is essential for all believers, especially new Christians, to receive the right teaching in order to develop a truth fulfilling, intimate walk with Christ Jesus.

Throughout his letters, Paul provides great encouragement and edification for each of God’s children. Also included are authoritative instructions on living the Christian life, as well as a method for identifying and combating false teachings. Further, it provides us with the blessings of God’s grace, the joy of His mercy, and His perfect peace.

Let us pray:

Dear Lord almighty Heavenly Father, You have bestowed grace, mercy, and peace on all Your children who walk in humility, gentleness, and desire knowledge of Your truth. Thank You for making me Your child through faith in Christ. Let me die to myself so that I can walk with you alone through Your truth fulfilling Holy Spirit. Thank You for allowing Paul and many other humble apostles of Christ to serve You. In the challenging days ahead, may I stand firm and grow in grace and knowledge of you oh Lord my Saviour. Thank you dear Lord, almighty Heavenly Father. I pray this throughout the mighty, glorious, fulfilling name of Jesus Christ.
Amen.

Much LoVe, JoY, Peace and Blessings through Jesus Christ, our almighty, wonderful dear Lord, Saviour and Redeemer.