1 Timothy 1:14
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William MacDonald
James Smith
Daniel Steele
Thomas Bradbury
H.J. Vine
Andrew MurraySummary
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant - The original is very emphatic, that grace of our Lord, ὑπερεπλεονασε, hath superabounded - it manifested itself in a way of extraordinary mercy. With faith and love - Not only pardoning such offenses, but leading me to the full experimental knowledge of Christianity; of that faith and love which are essential to it; and giving me authority to proclaim it to mankind.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
And--Greek, "But." Not only so (was mercy shown me), but the grace--by which "I obtained mercy" (Ti1 1:13). was exceeding abundant--Greek, "superabounded." Where sin abounded, grace did much more abound" (Rom 5:20). with faith--accompanied with faith, the opposite of "unbelief" (Ti1 1:13). love--in contrast to "a blasphemer, persecutor, and injurious." which is in Christ--as its element and home [ALFORD]: here as its source whence it flows to us.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant,.... That is, the love of Jehovah the Father; so the Ethiopic version reads, "the grace of God"; of God the Father, since he is distinguished in the text from Jesus Christ. God is abundant in grace and goodness; he is rich and plenteous in mercy; there is an overflow of love in his heart to his chosen people, and in conversion it flows out, and abounds and superabounds; see Rom 5:20. with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus; these are the effects of the love and favour of God displayed in conversion, or which the grace of God brings along with it, and implants in the soul at that time, as it did in the apostle; for by "faith" is not meant the faithfulness of God to his Son, and to his covenant, oath, and promise, which now began visibly to be made good; nor the faith of the Gospel committed to the apostle's trust, which was an high favour; but the grace of faith, which is a pure gift of God, and a distinguishing instance of his grace; for all men have it not, only his elect; and is a most precious and excellent grace, and of great use and importance: it receives every blessing from Christ, and gives him all the glory; through it much peace, joy, and comfort are enjoyed here, and with it is connected eternal life and salvation hereafter: and by "love" also is meant, not the love with which God loves his people, for that is designed by the grace of our Lord, though there is a very great display of that in conversion, which is a time of love; but the internal grace of love, even love to God, to Christ, and to his people, which the apostle was before destitute of; but now instead of unbelief he had faith, and instead of rage and madness against Christ, and the saints, his soul was filled with love to both. The Arabic version reads, "with my faith, and my love". The phrase, "which is in Christ Jesus", denotes either that the spring of these graces is in Christ, and that they come from him, in whom all fulness dwells; or that he is the object of them, in which they centre, and on whom they are exercised, and particularly that love to the saints was shown for his sake.
1 Timothy 1:14
God’s Grace to Paul
13I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and a violent man; yet because I had acted in ignorance and unbelief, I was shown mercy.14And the grace of our Lord overflowed to me, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.
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Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
By William MacDonald1.2K38:37DEU 25:4LUK 10:71TI 5:23The sermon transcript discusses various instructions given by Paul to Timothy on how to behave towards different classes in the Christian family. It begins by addressing the old and young, male and female, emphasizing the importance of showing honor and respect. The transcript then moves on to discussing the care and support of widows, highlighting the responsibility of the church in providing for them. It also touches on the role of elders in the church, emphasizing the need for financial care, caution in appointing men, and the importance of having multiple witnesses in cases of accusation. Overall, the transcript emphasizes the practical advice given by Paul to Timothy for the care of believers in the Christian assembly.
Abundance of Grace
By James Smith0ROM 5:20ROM 6:142CO 4:152CO 12:9EPH 2:81TI 1:14TIT 2:11HEB 4:16JAS 4:61PE 5:10James Smith preaches about the abundant grace of God, emphasizing that grace is the loving tendency of God's nature to pity, pardon, and bless the unworthy. God's grace is the foundation of salvation, freely given without any merit on our part. The gospel reveals the grace of God available to all sinners, inviting them to receive it without cost. There is an abundance of grace for every sinner, no matter how great their sins, and for every believer in all circumstances and times.
St. Paul's New Words for Superabounding Grace.
By Daniel Steele0ROM 5:20ROM 8:371CO 12:312CO 2:142CO 3:10EPH 3:19COL 2:151TI 1:14REV 12:11Daniel Steele preaches about the victory over sin and the superabounding grace accessible to believers since the coming of the Paraclete on the day of Pentecost. Through the cross, Christ triumphed over all evil angels and spirits, demonstrating the highest expression of love and power. Believers are encouraged to continue the fight with courage, knowing they battle a vanquished foe and that Christ has already overcome the world. The victory of Christ enables Christians to be triumphant in every place and hour, leading them in a triumphal procession as ministers of the victory.
A Messenger
By Thomas Bradbury0JOB 1:21JOB 33:23PSA 40:7PSA 51:4ISA 61:1JHN 1:14JHN 1:18ROM 5:21ROM 10:31CO 2:111TI 1:14Thomas Bradbury preaches on the remarkable book of Job, highlighting God's care for and interest in Job's education and discipline, despite the opinions of men. Job's unwavering faith and humility in the face of extreme trials showcase his righteousness in God's eyes. The sermon delves into the interactions between Job and his friends, emphasizing the need for grace-filled ministry over legalistic judgment. Elihu's role as an interpreter and daysman mirrors Jesus Christ's grace and truth, offering spiritual instruction and revealing God's righteousness to the convicted sinner.
Grace Reigns
By H.J. Vine0ACT 20:24ROM 6:142CO 8:9EPH 2:71TI 1:142TI 2:1HEB 4:16H.J. Vine preaches about the glorious truth that grace reigns today, emphasizing that believers are not under the law but under grace, with Jesus sitting on the throne of grace. He encourages believers to be strong in the grace of Christ, reminding them of the throne of grace where they can find help. The sermon highlights the transformational power of grace, as seen in the conversion of Saul to Paul, and the eternal reign of grace through righteousness unto eternal life.
The Blessing of Victory; the More Abundant Life
By Andrew Murray0Abundant LifePrayerMAT 17:8JHN 10:10JHN 16:15ROM 8:372CO 2:142CO 5:20EPH 3:20PHP 4:131TI 1:14HEB 9:14Andrew Murray emphasizes the transformative power of prayer and the abundant life that comes from a deep, unbroken fellowship with God. He encourages believers to seek liberation from prayerlessness, which hinders their spiritual growth and connection with the Father. Murray highlights that through the Holy Spirit, Christians can experience the fullness of Christ's life, enabling them to live victoriously and serve as vessels of blessing to others. He calls for a commitment to persistent prayer, which leads to a greater understanding of God's omnipotence and grace. Ultimately, Murray assures that the abundant life is available to all who surrender fully to Christ and rely on the Holy Spirit.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
The grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant - The original is very emphatic, that grace of our Lord, ὑπερεπλεονασε, hath superabounded - it manifested itself in a way of extraordinary mercy. With faith and love - Not only pardoning such offenses, but leading me to the full experimental knowledge of Christianity; of that faith and love which are essential to it; and giving me authority to proclaim it to mankind.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
And--Greek, "But." Not only so (was mercy shown me), but the grace--by which "I obtained mercy" (Ti1 1:13). was exceeding abundant--Greek, "superabounded." Where sin abounded, grace did much more abound" (Rom 5:20). with faith--accompanied with faith, the opposite of "unbelief" (Ti1 1:13). love--in contrast to "a blasphemer, persecutor, and injurious." which is in Christ--as its element and home [ALFORD]: here as its source whence it flows to us.
John Gill Bible Commentary
And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant,.... That is, the love of Jehovah the Father; so the Ethiopic version reads, "the grace of God"; of God the Father, since he is distinguished in the text from Jesus Christ. God is abundant in grace and goodness; he is rich and plenteous in mercy; there is an overflow of love in his heart to his chosen people, and in conversion it flows out, and abounds and superabounds; see Rom 5:20. with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus; these are the effects of the love and favour of God displayed in conversion, or which the grace of God brings along with it, and implants in the soul at that time, as it did in the apostle; for by "faith" is not meant the faithfulness of God to his Son, and to his covenant, oath, and promise, which now began visibly to be made good; nor the faith of the Gospel committed to the apostle's trust, which was an high favour; but the grace of faith, which is a pure gift of God, and a distinguishing instance of his grace; for all men have it not, only his elect; and is a most precious and excellent grace, and of great use and importance: it receives every blessing from Christ, and gives him all the glory; through it much peace, joy, and comfort are enjoyed here, and with it is connected eternal life and salvation hereafter: and by "love" also is meant, not the love with which God loves his people, for that is designed by the grace of our Lord, though there is a very great display of that in conversion, which is a time of love; but the internal grace of love, even love to God, to Christ, and to his people, which the apostle was before destitute of; but now instead of unbelief he had faith, and instead of rage and madness against Christ, and the saints, his soul was filled with love to both. The Arabic version reads, "with my faith, and my love". The phrase, "which is in Christ Jesus", denotes either that the spring of these graces is in Christ, and that they come from him, in whom all fulness dwells; or that he is the object of them, in which they centre, and on whom they are exercised, and particularly that love to the saints was shown for his sake.