The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1897-06-12
THE SUNDAY-SCHOOL LESSON.
June 13, 1S97-H Timothy, i, IL;
iii, 14-17.
BY DAVIS w. CLARK.

BY DAVIS w. CLARK.
This is the thirteenth and last epistle from
Paus hand. A melancholy interest attaches to
it, though the letter itself is not melancholy.
1t is a spirited medley full of sudden turns. Ii
is described as less official and more personal.
1t is most horatory. There seventeen in
functions in four chapters. High pressure and
speed are evident. One fairly sees Tychicus
standing at the cell door waiting while the letter
is penned to carry it post haste to Timothy at
Ephesus. %-This epistle- is set to the key
of life. Written though it with death in full
view In the very exordum the apostle declares
himself to be a messenger to announce the
promise of the immortal life of which Christ is
the author Christ hath abolished DEATH
Christ was raised" Dead, we live" Pre-
served unto His heavenly kingdom" With this
hope, Paul shores up his soul against that day
(of martyriOm.) - Conscious of the near
ness of his own departure, his absorbing desire
is that Timothy may take up efficiently the work
and day His hereditary advantages and the
tears of his penitence the time of his con-
version encourt ge the apostle to believe that the
foundation for ministerial efFciency is we'll laid
Stir upt' and 'ContinIe!' apostolic njunc-
lions TO the young preacher Incidence and fclS-
leness are incongruous in the ministry of gospel
and self1controI' whole svstem Of PAS
toral theology is condensed into these epigram-
matte sayings Of Paul to Timothy. Climax is
reached in the affirmation that the thorough
furnishing of the ambassador OF Christ is found
lures as are God breathed These are the text
books out of which Timothy can teach doctrine
backsliders QapsD, and instruct all in practical
righteousness.
MOSAIC FROM COMMENTARIES.
According to the promise: That is, an apostle
in order to make known the promise.-Bible Com
nentary.
The mention of this life was peculiarly
proper in the apostle who had now the sentence
of death in himself.-C1arke.
This promise of life in Christ" was needed
to nerve Timothy to fortitude amid trials and to
holiness in undertaking the journey to Roma.
which would be attended with much risk,
MY forefathers! He does not mean to put on
the same footing the Jewish and Christian service
Of God, but simply to assert his conscen-
tious service OF God as he had received it from
his progenitors.-Ibid
From my forefathers: 1t is a good thing that
there growing up in our country patriotic
societies composed of those who trace descent
from men and women who died as patriots.
Grace, Mercy Peace: Grace is the fountain,
mercy IS the outflow peace is the result.
In thee also: Timothy may have been discour-
aged possibly by the Imprisonment Of Paul, but
his faith was unfeigned.-Bib Commentary.
Stir up Kindle the glowing embers of the
gift of God.-Humphreys.
Spirit of fearfulness, but of power, love and
discipline. Power: Opposed to the wckedness of
cowardice giving support in trials and enabling
them to do that which was required in His serv-
ice.-Clarke.
From child: r. ", From a babe All Scrip.
ture IS given by inspiration r. ", Every Scrip
ture inspired of God. Man of God: No official
designation; the Christian generally.-Ellicott.
May be perfect: r. v, Complete.
THE TEACHERS CULVER
l. Nobility of Pauls character is evinced by
the strength and purity of his friendships
Tenderest of all is his attachment for Timothy
whom he calls his dearly beloved son, and the
consolation of whose presence he covets for his
last hours.
, The two epistles 20 Timothy and the one to
Titus form a complete system of pastoral
theology, a perfect handbook for the young
preacher of every age.
g. Paul links himself with his pious ancestry.
in different form, he serves God with pure
conscience. He affirms the continuity of relig-
ious faith and service under the Hebrew and
Christian dspensations.
A. Paul finds it matter of thanksgiving that he
Two are blessed: the suppliant and the one prayed
for.
s. The homeless apostle pays his tribute to the
godly family life when he names aGmiringly the
grandmother Lois and the mother Eunice. He
sets the seal of approval upon home instruction
in religion when he says OF Timothy From a
child thou hast known the Holy Scriptures"
G. He concludes that the thorough furnishing
of the believer whether minister or net, must
come from such Scripture as is God-breathed