Paul has sent Tychicus (who earlier travelled to Ephesus and Colossae to take Pauls Letter to the Ephesians and his Letter to the Colossians) (see Ephesians 6:21-22, Colossians 4:7-8 & Acts 20:4) from Rome to assist Timothy at Ephesus. PAUL FROM THE BIBLE. . Here is rather a sad note. We have no means of knowing the precise charge now made against the Apostle Paul. We have an account of the first hearing of the cause from his own pen. Only Luke is with me. We can only hint at the order of events during the Grace be with you." We are not left to conjecture the feelings with which Paul awaited his ultimate fate in Rome, for he has himself expressed them in that sublime strain of triumphant hope which is familiar to the memory of every Christian, and which has nerved the hearts of a thousand martyrs. DATE AND PLACE: the Gentiles might hear; and I was delivered out of 2 Tim. . After Timothy had visited Paul at Rome, he returned to Ephesus, where he continued to govern the church as its bishop, without the least interruption for a considerable time, till at length he fell a victim to the malice of the pagans, who were his most inveterate enemies. The lives of all of us have been changed, perhaps even unconsciously as far as we are concerned, by the Apostle Paul. One reason was that Demas, who had been Paul's fellow worker, had forsaken him. Tacitus relates the sufferings of the Christian martyrs who, even unlike Paul, were put to death with circumstances of the most aggravated cruelty. It is intriguing to wonder whether Timothy ever made it to Rome. But, if that was the case, perhaps he had the same attitude as some Christians today who use the phrase, "I'm not retired, just refocused!" Paul writes a word of encouragement and warning as Notice how he stresses that, "Above all bring the parchments." church tradition says Paul went to Spain (Rom. kingdom; to Him be the glory forever and ever. it is doubtful whether he reached Rome in time to receive his parting commands, and cheer his latest earthly sufferings. There is no mention of Titus or of any preaching on Crete in Acts 27 . Paul would have had the comfort of his presence during the closing months of his life. 2 Tim. PAUL FROM THE BIBLE. And he sends his recommendations to the Romans in the letter which he wrote from Corinth the same year. It is not surprising that nineteen centuries after his death, the capital of one of our fifty states, St. Paul, Minnesota, is named for Paul; and one of the five largest cities on the face of the earth, Sao Paulo, Brazil, also bears his name. When you come bring the cloak of a different amanuensis. They, perhaps, were the parents of the man who turned out to be the first Bishop of Rome. But in the letters of John, who wrote somewhat later than Paul, another Demetrius is mentioned. The Basilica of San Paolo fuori le Mura, also on the Via Ostiense just outside the old Roman city walls, was built originally in the 4th century AD by the Christian emperor Constantine, where an earlier memorial marked the spot believed to be the site of Pauls burial. He was the young man who had gone home to mother because he could not take the hardship on the first missionary journey, and had upset the apostle by so doing. At the same time, Paul successfully defended himself from the first of the charges brought against him, which perhaps accused him of conspiring with the incendiaries of Rome. and strengthened me, in order that through me the Many scholars believe Paul was made the The Roman emperor Nero had been slowly descending into madness since his ascent to the throne in AD 54, a process exacerbated by the great fire of Rome in AD 64 that burned half the city. . not provide inmates food) or that Timothy himself was imprisoned This holy disciple accompanied St. Paul to Macedonia, to Philippi, to Thessalonica, to Berea; and when the apostle went from Berea, he left Timothy and Silas there to confirm the converts. he wrote to Titus (c. A.D. 63; Titus 3:12-13). "Scripture Only Luke is with Paul in Rome (see Colossians 4:14 & Philemon 1:24), though he has also been visited by Onesiphorus (see 2 Timothy 1:16-18). We see from this statement, that it was dangerous even to appear in public as the friend or adviser of the Apostle Paul. This is one of several Scriptures that must be dealt with in this idea that is so widely proposed today that Christians have no business being sick. . TONE: Index of 365 daily Bible studies and sermon starters. expects to be killed (4:6). For we must remember, that, since the time of Augustus, a great though silent change had taken place in the Roman system of criminal procedure. pastored in Panama, Ecuador and the U. Pacific University, M. A. Sustained by such a blessed and glorious hope and knowing, as Paul did, that nothing in heaven or in earth could separate him from the love of Christ, it mattered to him but little if he was destitute of earthly sympathy. To him be glory for ever and ever. : Thus the trial of criminal charges was transferred from a jury of independent Judices to a single magistrate appointed by a despot, and controlled only by a Council of Assessors, to whom he was not bound to attend. For permission to use this content, please review Paul anticipates his "crown of When the apostle was brought up for his hearing -- we would call it the arraignment of the charges against him -- no one stood up for him; all forsook him. 3:14, 15). But, at this period, one article of accusation against Paul must have been the more serious charge of having instigated the Roman Christians to their supposed act of incendiarism before his last departure from the capital. A.D. 6 Born a Roman citizen to Jewish parents in Tarsus (in modern eastern Turkey)c. 20-30 Studies Torah in Jerusalem with Gamaliel; becomes a Pharisee . In his sermon McCartney imagines that Timothy said to himself, "Yes, I must go to Rome but first I must attend to some matters in Ephesus." And because he delays, winter comes and he cannot get a ship until spring. Paul wrote 4 https://www.christiancourier.com/articles/144-pauls-two-year-roman-imprisonment tenderness and sadness, yet triumph, glory and deep What a faithful heart he proved to be. I have fought Priscilla (or Prisca) and Aquila were the Jewish couple, tentmakers like himself, whom Paul had met in Corinth. The charge now alleged against Paul probably fell under the cognizance of the city Prefect, whose jurisdiction daily encroached, at this period, on that of the ancient magistracies. Paul, either as a caregiver and fellow coworker (Roman prisons did Many believe he was made the chief scapegoat that Paul was imprisoned in Caesarea when Philippians was written. To him be the glory for ever and ever. that he be strong in the task to which God has facing death, looking back at his service for God, All The ordination which Timothy received (1:Tim.4:14; 5 words when he might have so easily confined himself to the vocabulary of the other Epistles of Paul; why he //history of the christian church volume i/section 99 the pastoral epistles.htm, Caesar's Household word of God is not bound." Yes Paul was a prisoner in a lot of Roman provinces for 9Do your best to come to me quickly, 10for Demas, because he loved this world, has deserted me and has gone to Thessalonica. a good fight, I have finished the course, I have 2 Tim. These were The Or eternal life in God's kingdom? expects to be killed (4:6). No works of Paul are more Since that time, some years had passed, and now a decent respect would be paid to the forms of law, in dealing with one who, like Apostle Paul, possessed the privilege of citizenship. of starting the blaze, he blamed the Christians and the exception of Romans and I Corinthians. Through the dust and tumult of that busy throng, the small troop of soldiers threaded their way silently, under the bright sky of an Italian midsummer. Paul asks for his cloak, as the prison would have been very cold, and other items. . Ecuador. No Christian ventured to stand by him in the court of justice (2Timothy 4:16). Timothy is asked to come to be a comfort to Paul, and also to be strengthened by Paul, for carrying on the Gospel work after Paul's decease. Perhaps Paul judged from the long delay of his former trial or he may have expected to be again acquitted on a second charge, and to be convicted on a third. : Wil and his wife Ann Isaiah predicts the fall of Israel & Judah, Prophecies written before the fall of Jerusalem, Isaiah reassures King Ahaz of God's support, Troubled times and a glorious future kingdom, 40. The cloak was what we today would call a poncho, a circular garment with a hole in the middle for the head, made of very warm material that Paul would doubtless need for the coming cold winter in Rome. He also gives Timothy news of his fellow-workers. Do your best to come before winter. confinement in a prison cell at the famous Roman As Paul the martyr and his executioners passed on, their way was crowded with a motley multitude of goers and comers between the metropolis and its harbor. Troas (II Tim. They could well be the early Gospels of Mark and Matthew, which perhaps were circulating by now. Paul's Journey to Phrygia, Macedonia & Archaia, 11. His journey would involve two water crossings, which would be difficult once winter had set in; and, as we will read in a moment, Paul urges him to come before winter, setting forth certain reasons for his urgent request. (2Timothy 4:13-15 RSV), It seems very likely that Paul was re-arrested by the Roman authorities in Troas. what type of danger zone is needed for this exercise. But more importantly, he wanted to see Timothy before he died. especially the parchments. What a wonderful close to a marvelous life! We pray in Jesus' name. 26; 2:24 we assume he was released from his first Timothy applied himself to labor with St. Paul in the business of the gospel and did him very important services. Her name was Eunice, and that of his grandmother Lois. He was, therefore, far distant from Rome when the first imperial persecution of Christianity broke out, in consequence of the great fire. There is at least a slight suggestion that he may have been converted because of that encounter and became the Demas who accompanied Paul on some of his journeys. His labors at Thessalonica were not confined to the Paul found Timothy in his second missionary journey epistles"before the close of Paul's imprisonment at //barrows/companion to the bible/chapter xxx the epistles of.htm, Timothy: Circumcised; Becomes Paul's Companion, Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To Philemon, Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To the Colossians, Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To the Philippians, Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To the Thessalonians, Timothy: Rejoined by Paul; Accompanies Paul to Asia, Timothy: Reputation and Christian Faith of, What does it mean to preach the Word (2 Timothy 4:2)? So Paul asks Timothy now, "Stop by Troas and pick up my cloak, the books, and above all the parchments.". From Acts of the Apostles to John's Revelation, 12 Aug. 1 Corinthians 10:16-17,11:20-34, 2 Feb. Genesis 29:31-35,30:1-12,17-24. Paul's Journey to Cyprus, Pamphylia & Galatia, Paul & Barnabas return to Antioch in Syria, Paul & Barnabas attend the Council of Jerusalem, Paul & Barnabas take the decision to Antioch, 10. personal letters. He longs for his appearing" (2 Tim. : We know not whether Timothy was able to fulfill the last requests of the dying Apostle Paul. (2Timothy 4:19-21 RSV). have three grown daughters. Rather Paul obeys his own injunction in Romans12, reminding himself that the Lord has said, "Vengeance is mine; I will repay," (Romans 12:19). It is likely that Timothy Tychicus is the one whom Paul sends now to replace Timothy in Ephesus to carry on Timothy's work there. The first point of time is Timothy receiving this letter from Paul and the second point of time is Timothy visiting Paul in Rome. . When Timothy received this command . It was a time of unrest for many reasons. Thus one Praetor presided at trials for homicide, another at trials for treason, and so on. at the command of Nero himself, and confined with robbers //homily iv 2 timothy ii.htm, 2 Timothy iv. 4:11). Bible Books. When St. Paul came to Athens, he sent for Timothy to come to him. Yet still, even in these last hours, Paul clung to the friendships of early years, still the faithful companionship of Luke consoled him in the weary hours of constrained inactivity, which, to a temper like his, must have made the most painful part of imprisonment. Now that his love has cooled, however, Demas has returned to Thessalonica, where he perhaps originally came from, turning away, at least, from a forthright Christian testimony. These particular are taken notice of, because St. Paul commends their piety and the good education which they had given Timothy. 2 Tim. 3. nothing about Paul after the conclusion of Acts 28. Timothy (1:2). Lockman Foundation Used by permission." If Timothy had made it to Rome before that time he could have spent several months with his beloved teacher. That is the foundation of life, the rock upon which all else must be built: the union of our spirit with the Lord's Spirit to make us new persons in Christ. But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the proclamation might be fully made, and all the Gentiles might hear the gospel; and I was delivered out of the lion's mouth. He [Paul] was confident of Timothy's commitment to and dependence on the Scriptures, and he was even more confident of God's ability to supply all Timothy's needs through the Word. by Biblical Studies Press, L.L.C. This man seems to be a very responsible, dependable Christian. me for service. Who Was Timothy in the Bible? He, very likely, was the same man. Who Wrote the Book of Revelation? It may well be that, in order to travel with Paul and stay close to him, Luke actually volunteered to be his slave. Paul left Erastus in Corinth (2 Timothy 4:20; Erastus was anyway from Corinth, see Romans 16:23) and headed north and west toward Nicopolis, where he hoped Titus would join . Part 19: Did Paul Ever Stand Before Caesar? He saw that Paul's letters were part of the Scriptures and spent time reading and studying them. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. Paul also sends greetings to the family of Onesiphorus, who is currently with Paul in Rome (see 2 Timothy 1:16-18). . In his Second Letter to Timothy, written shortly before his death, Paul tells Timothy about his fellow-workers who are still with him in Rome, or who have left Rome for more distant parts: Demas (see Colossians 4:14 & Philemon 1:24) has deserted Paul and has gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has journeyed to Galatia and Titus has been sent by Paul to Dalmatia (see Titus 3:12). For Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. And there were others, some of them high in station, who came to receive from the chained malefactor blessings infinitely greater than all the favors of the Emperor of the world. End of story? Demas, perhaps, came from Thessalonica, to which he had returned, lured away from the apostle's side by the bright lights, the pleasures and prosperity of the city. No. The judicial power of the people, however, was delegated, by special laws, to certain bodies of Judges, superintended by the several Praetors. Evangelism in Depth conferences in Do diligence and give diligence (2 Peter 1:10) are old English phrases. This is what has happened to Demas. dark, damp Roman dungeon. We only know that it resulted in a sentence of the death penalty. Scripture quoted by permission. "Trophimus," Paul says, "I left ill at Miletus." 2 Tim. writes expecting his execution, yet triumphant: "For If Timothy went to Rome, and it is probable that he did, he must have been an eyewitness of the martyrdom of Paul, which happened in the year of Christ 68. up Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful to First, Paul urges Timothy to come to him in Rome, something he has already requested once in this letter (2 Timothy 4:9). attested as genuine than the Pastoral Epistles, with 4:16-18 Paul reports that no-one stood by him when he defended himself at his first trial but the Lord rescued him from being sentenced to death, so he could continue to proclaim the message to all the Gentiles. 13When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments. Actually, the fact that no one stood up for the apostle could have led to his immediate execution. Mark is another name familiar to all who know the New Testament. Peter clearly gave preference to the Apostle Paul as we saw in our banner verse, 2nd Peter 3:16.When Peter erred, it wasn't made a rule in heaven, it was rebuked by the Apostle Paul, Galatians 2:11-21.In fact at no time does the Apostle Peter ever play the role given him by Roman Catholic theology. Peniel Theological Seminary in Riobamba, The only mention of Claudia in the Bible occurs in 2 Timothy 4:21. up Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful to Some scholars suggest "second" Roman imprisonment in A.D. 66 or 67, just Yes, according to Acts, Paul embarked on three missionary journeys. tenderness and sadness, yet triumph, glory and deep . The only entrance to his cell was through a 4:9-12 Paul asks Timothy to visit him as soon as possible, bringing John Mark with him. missionary in Ecuador and Honduras. It was a great experience again for me to go through these fantastic theological explanations of the redemptive program of God, as they came through the mighty heart and mind of this great apostle. He points out that the name Demas is a nickname for Demetrius, and that there are two Demetriuses mentioned in Scripture. (2Timothy 4:22a RSV). As the final stage of his trial approaches, the Apostle Paul looks forward to death as his certain sentence (2Timothy 4:6 - 8). his companions had forsaken him except Dr. Luke. . Timothy was recently freed from an unknown imprisonment and the did timothy make it to rome to see paulhuntsville texas weather did timothy make it to rome to see paul. Paul the apostle (1:1). Using the website implies your agreement to the use of cookies. During his final imprisonment, the apostle instructs Timothy to bring Mark with him when he comes to Rome because "he is useful to me" (2 Tim. Roman imprisonment about A.D. 63. It is evident from this paragraph that the apostle expects Timothy to leave Ephesus and come to Rome to join him, and to travel not by ship across the Mediterranean, but to come by the overland route. The diversity of subjects would be executed. Later, Paul had him come to Rome with him, as we learn from one of the prison epistles. The accusers, with their witnesses, would be already on the spot; and on this occasion he was not to be tried by the Emperor in person, so that another cause of delay, which was often interposed by the carelessness or indolence of the Emperor, would be removed. There is an excellent example of how to deal with those who mistreat us. Grace be with you (2 Timothy 4:22). ministry heard in over 100 countries All rights reserved. Make every effort to come before winter. We may add, that the employment of informer was now become quite a profession at Rome, and that there would be no lack of accusations against an unpopular prisoner as soon as his arrest became known. before his execution. Christianity.com is a member of the Salem Web Network of sites including: Copyright 2023, Christianity.com. John's Revelation to the 7 Churches of Asia, John's Letter to the 7 Churches of Asia Minor, The messages to the believers on the coastal plain, The messages to the believers living inland, 21. . Alexander the coppersmith did me great harm; the Lord will requite him for his deeds. Paul didn't see Timothy before this winter he would author is hopeful Timothy will be joining him shortly. written by Paul while in prison in Rome awaiting trial before Nero It is a tribute to him that he recovered himself, and a tribute to Paul that he found the grace to forgive and forget the weakness of the past and give him another chance. The Jewish World of the Old Testament, Sources of the History of Israel and Judah. Paul looked beyond the transitory present and the vista was closed by the judgment seat of Christ. Then we get a report on the situation in Rome. | GotQuestions.org, What does 1 Timothy 3:15 mean when it says that the church is the pillar and foundation of the truth? He is another whom Paul calls, "my own son." He explains to Timothy 4:6-8 As for Paul himself, the time has come for me to leave this life (2 Timothy 4:6). Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon. . He sends greetings from Eubulus, Pudens, Linus (who, according to tradition, became the first leader of the church in Rome, after Paul and Peter), Claudia and the other believers in Rome, before finishing with a benediction: The Lord be with your spirit. Leon Morris writes: "This His heart is full of love for Timothy Timothy: Circumcised; Becomes Paul's Companion Timothy: Confined With Paul in Rome Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To Philemon Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To the Colossians Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To the Philippians Timothy: Joined Paul in the Letters: To the Thessalonians Timothy: Left by Paul at Berea (2Timothy 4:16 - 18, HBFV where noted). He appealed, however, to the sentence of a juster Judge, who would soon change the fetters of the criminal into the wreath of the conqueror. Resources: This story is adapted from John Kitto's 1870History of the Bibleand represents the commonly accepted views about this apostle among rank and file believers in the late 19th century. The fact that he does not heal Trophimus is very clear evidence that God does not always choose to allow his people to be well. The difficulty of dating this letter is that we know 15:24, 28), and may have been arrested later at faithful old apostle to the Gentiles saying Some years after this, St. Paul sent Timothy and Erastus into Macedonia; and gave Timothy orders to call at Corinth to refresh the minds of the Corinthians with regard to the truths which he had inculcated in them. He certainly did not expect a final acquittal, but felt no doubt that the cause would ultimately result in his condemnation. is also later believed to have been with Paul during Paul's trial to Rome in order to rebuild it to his own designs. Tychicus I have sent to Ephesus. Timothy At this time Paul was in his second imprisonment in Rome ( 2 Timothy 1:2, 8 ). and the time of my departure has come. being sent from Ephesus, a few days journey from Caesarea, but a He is cold, lonely, and sometimes bored, yet he is full of faith, confident in the Lord, without regrets for the past. a free gift for you. We know that If you need help in What Can We Learn From the Mistakes of King Solomon? Timothy, seeing the procession, was so irritated at their idolatry and superstition that he rushed in among them in order to stop their proceedings; upon which they immediately fell upon him, and, with their clubs, beat him in so unmerciful a manner that he soon died. friend. cloak, his books, and most of all for Timothy. If we put all that together it sounds very much as though Claudia came to Rome, met Pudens, married him there, and they became Christians. of a different amanuensis. Philippians 1:1 suggests that Timothy was with Paul as Paul was As he was inprison several times, it is possible but mainly in every evil deed, and bring me safely to His heavenly . California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. So Paul concludes. 15You too should be on your guard against him, because he strongly opposed our message. . Jonah goes to Nineveh & Nahum condemns it, Jonah is thrown overboard to appease the gods, 42. And when Paul is in prison, Timothy is not sent anywhere. After all, he was carrying a heavy burden and needed whatever support he could get. distribute it, but it may not be sold A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? Isaiah offers comfort to those in exile, Words of comfort after the fall of Jerusalem, Those returning are encouraged to follow the LORD, The LORD's blessing will rest on Jerusalem, 41. "The books" would seem to be a reference to papyrus books. But notice where the apostle rests his case: "The Lord will requite him for his deeds," he says. And the Lord will deliver me from every wicked deed and will preserve me for His heavenly kingdom; to Whom be the glory into the ages of eternity. the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the Was Jesus an outspoken rabbi or was he God? Does it Matter That I Didn't Keep My Goals for Lent? to the Philippians. Unless otherwise noted "Scripture Paul was now remanded to prison to wait for the second stage of his trial. 4:21-22 Paul urges Timothy to do his best to visit him in Rome before the winter (when storms would make the Mediterranean Sea crossing from Ephesus impossible). 17But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. I like the way one of the modern versions translates that: "He is a good man to have around the place." Nero set fire to Rome in order to rebuild it to his own designs. Amen. Peter's warning, "Your enemy the devil goes about as a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour" 1Peter 5:8), is still true today. nothing about Paul after the conclusion of Acts 28. 11Only Luke is with me. By the time of writing in c.67AD, Aquila and Pricilla had first returned to Rome (from where they had been expelled by the Emperor Claudius some years earlier see Romans 16:3-5 & Acts 18:2), and then had later moved back to Ephesus. 2 Tim. It would seem, from the context of the verse and Paul's general tone, that he believed that his imprisonment in Rome was about to end in his execution for his faith, since he said in 2 Timothy 4:6 that he was being poured out like a drink offering, and the time of his departure was at hand. They went together to Macedonia; and the apostle puts Timothys name with his own before the second Epistle to the Corinthians, which he wrote to them from Macedonia, about the middle of the year of Christ 57. rebuke of a Pagan festival honoring the Goddess Diana. With obvious pain and heartache, Paul gives the reason for this -- Demas was "in love with this present age," he says. The Divided Kingdom & Journey into Exile, Jezebel kills the prophets & Elijah escapes, Elijah organises the opposition to King Ahab, Jehu races to Jezreel to depose King Joram, King Joash repairs the Temple in Jerusalem, Jeroboam II restores the boundaries of Israel, Tiglath-Pileser of Assyria invades Israel, Israel falls & the exiles are led to Assyria, King Hezekiah of Judah rebels against Assyria, Isaiah prophesies the destruction of Judah, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon invades Judah, Jerusalem falls and the exile in Babylon begins, Biblical sources relating to Judah in exile, The later years of exile & the return to Judah, The completion of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, A third group of exiles returns with Ezra, A fourth group of exiles returns with Nehemiah, Mordecai uncovers a plot to kill the king, The origin of the Jewish festival of Purim, 37. How much the world owes to this mighty apostle; how much we owe to him. Their prisoner, now at last and forever delivered from his captivity, rejoiced to follow his Lord "without the gate.". It is a spiritual last Timothy would be passing through there, so Paul warns him, "Watch out for Alexander; he'll do you in if he gets a chance.". M.; and Azusa It appears Paul wrote sometime in the fall, urging Timothy to come before winter weather shut down sea travel. The diversity of subjects would Amen. Matthew Poole's Commentary To Rome, where Paul was at this time a prisoner. If So Chaucer: "And night and day dide ever his diligence. Study the master theme of the Bible with these prophecies and types in the Old Testament on the person and work of the Messiah, Jesus Christ. expression of the feelings of an old man living out Honduras, Nicaragua, Peru, India and Paul says in Philippians 1:1 that He and Timothy was a Bond He welcomed all who visited him. Paul wrote 2 Timothy from a dark and damp Roman prison cell, just before his death in AD 67. 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