Teaching God's Word

Pastor Matt Coombe

A Trusted Servant

A Study of 1 Timothy

1 Timothy 1:12-20

A Trusted Servant: Text: 1 Timothy 1:12–20

Big Idea: God calls His people to faithful service not because of a flawless past, but because of His mercy and grace. 

T.R.U.S.T.E.D.

T — _________________ Appointment (v. 12)
Christ strengthened Paul, counted him faithful, and appointed him to ministry.

R — _________________ Sinner (v. 13)
Paul was formerly a blasphemer, persecutor, and violent man, yet he received mercy because he acted ignorantly in unbelief.

U — _________________ Grace (v. 14)
God’s grace overflowed abundantly, along with the faith and love found in Christ Jesus.

S — _________________…Faithful, _________________ — The Faithful Saying (v. 15)
“Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners,” and Paul says, “of whom I am chief.”

T — _________________ for Believers (v. 16)
Paul’s conversion became a pattern of Christ’s longsuffering toward those who would later believe on Him for everlasting life.

E — _________________ (v. 17)
Paul erupts into praise: to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.

D — _________________ to Timothy (vv. 18–20)
Paul passes the charge to Timothy: wage the good warfare, hold faith with a good conscience, and beware of shipwreck through spiritual compromise.

Action Point

_________________ God’s mercy humbly, then _________________ Him _________________.

3-15-2026 Crosby Chapel

Sermon Notes

Prayer Spotlight

Andy & Heather Nelson, East Poestenkill, NY

Eastern District: Skip & Venita Pullen

 East Poestenkill is on a plateau in the Taconic Mountains of upstate New York. From late November through March, it's cold, often snowy, and the sun sets early, so people typically stay home more. This area is one of the top 10 churchless regions in America. Just leaving our home is a mission trip. 

PRAYER REQUESTS: 1) Pray for wisdom as we lead with truth and grace. 2) Pray against the emotional and spiritual darkness many people experience during winter. 3) Pray for our five sons to draw closer to Jesus as Lord and Savior. 4) Pray for our church family to know the love and counsel of Jesus, grow in love for one another, and have wisdom and courage to share the hope of Jesus with others. 

First Baptist Church of East Poestenkill

12 Legenbauer Rd

Averill Park, NY 12018

 (518) 283-5186