1 Timothy 1–6. “Be Thou an Example of the Believers”

Review 1 Timothy 2:9–10 and describe in writing what Paul said about dress standards. How does Doctrine and Covenants 61:18, 36 help us understand that what Paul taught applies to both men and women? Study Moses 6:9; Mosiah 2:37; Alma 41:2. Then list three reasons our bodies could be considered sacred. How does understanding that our bodies are sacred help us know why they should be covered modestly? What is mentioned in Alma 1:32 that relates to the other concern Paul mentioned about dress? What can you do to apply these principles in your life?

•          In the image of his own body
•         He dwelleth not in unholy temples.
•          Soul of man should be restored to its body

Understanding that our bodies are sacred will help us know that they are meant for a greater purpose. They are compared to a Temple, thus they should be treated as one. Those who are concerned about dress,”…wearing costly apparel; being lifted up in the pride of their own eyes…” By making sure that modesty is a priority, then you can constantly be reminded that your bodies sacred.

List the evidences Paul mentioned in 1 Timothy 4:1–5 that an apostasy would not only come in the future, but that some people were already practicing false doctrines.

•          Some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils 
•          Speaking lies in hypocrisy
•          Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from meats

How could Paul’s counsel to Timothy in 1 Timothy 4:12 be used to strengthen a new missionary or a young person called to serve in any responsibility?

It’s saying that no one should despise the youth of someone who’s preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ or trying to do something great.

Review 1 Timothy 6:7–11 and answer the following questions:

•        What did Paul teach about the love of money? Paul taught that the love money is the root of all evil.
• In what sense is the love of money the “root of all evil”? If a person loves money so much, they forget what matters most in their lives, they forget about their family, their friends, and most of all, they forget about the reason they were blessed with all of that money, their Father in Heaven

What guidelines are given in 1 Timothy 6:17–19 and Jacob 2:18–19 that when followed can help ensure that you do not focus too much on money or material wealth?

When we put what is important first, Heavenly Father, family, and service, we will not focus on worldy items.