Seven Portraits of a Disciple

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Portrait #1: A Son

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Scripture Passages: 2 Timothy 2:1, Acts 8:3, 2 Timothy 2:15, Acts 13:13, Peter 5:13

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Discussion Questions:

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1.       In 2nd Timothy 2:1 how does Paul reference Timothy?

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2.       What does Acts 8:3 and other Scripture tell us about Paul (Saul) before his conversion? In other words, how would you describe him?

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3.       What can we imply has changed about Paul based upon his post-conversion actions and 2 Timothy 2:1?  What do many of the introductions in his letters tell us about his feelings towards those he ministered to?

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4.       Paul describes Timothy as his son.  What are some qualities of a good son?  Since Paul referred to Timothy this way, what do you think his expectations of Timothy were?

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5.       According to 2 Timothy 2:15, what was one of the chief expectations of Timothy?

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6.       In 1 Peter 5:13, Peter references his disciple John Mark as a son as well.  What do we know about Peter (Simon-Peter)?  What does Acts 13:13 tell us about John Mark? 

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7.       Even though we are prone to make mistakes, how does 2 Corinthians 12:9 provide encouragement to us?

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Question to Ponder:  Who is your Paul?  Who is your Timothy?