Author

Paul

Written

~AD 62–64

Testament

New Testament

Chapters

6

Key Theme

Sound doctrine, godly leadership, and order in the church.

Written For

Timothy, pastor of the church in Ephesus

Introduction of 1 Timothy

First Timothy is a pastoral letter written by the apostle Paul to his young protégé Timothy, likely around AD 62–64. As Timothy led the church in Ephesus, Paul provided guidance on sound doctrine, church leadership, worship, and handling false teachers. The letter blends personal mentoring with timeless instructions for creating healthy Christian communities. Paul’s concern for truth, character, and order shines through as he equips a younger leader for a challenging ministry. It raises the question of what faithful leadership and godly living truly look like in a confusing culture.