Act 16:1 | MHM | STEP | Paul's Adoption of Timothy This section introduces Timothy and describes how Paul took him under his care as a spiritual mentor. Timothy would later become a key figure in the early church, and Paul wrote two letters to him, which are included in the New Testament. This passage shows Paul's wisdom and compassion as a spiritual father, as well as his willingness to adapt to cultural differences to serve the gospel. v. 1 : Paul met Timothy in Lystra. Timothy was already a disciple of Jesus, likely baptized when his mother became a believer, similar to how Lydia's household was baptized (Acts 16:15 ). Paul saw great potential in Timothy and wanted to mentor him to grow in faith and knowledge of Christ. Timothy’s mother, Eunice, and grandmother, Lois, were both Jewish believers who were known for their strong and sincere faith (2 Timothy 1:5 ). Timothy's father, however, was a Greek and not a Jew. Because Timothy's father was not Jewish, Timothy had not been circumcised as a child, even though his mother raised him to follow God. Despite this, Timothy was well respected by the Christians in Lystra and Iconium, who spoke highly of his character and faith.

‏ Acts 16:1

Paul's Adoption of Timothy

This section introduces Timothy and describes how Paul took him under his care as a spiritual mentor. Timothy would later become a key figure in the early church, and Paul wrote two letters to him, which are included in the New Testament. This passage shows Paul's wisdom and compassion as a spiritual father, as well as his willingness to adapt to cultural differences to serve the gospel.

v. 1: Paul met Timothy in Lystra. Timothy was already a disciple of Jesus, likely baptized when his mother became a believer, similar to how Lydia's household was baptized (Acts 16:15 ^a). Paul saw great potential in Timothy and wanted to mentor him to grow in faith and knowledge of Christ. Timothy’s mother, Eunice, and grandmother, Lois, were both Jewish believers who were known for their strong and sincere faith (2 Timothy 1:5 ^b). Timothy's father, however, was a Greek and not a Jew. Because Timothy's father was not Jewish, Timothy had not been circumcised as a child, even though his mother raised him to follow God. Despite this, Timothy was well respected by the Christians in Lystra and Iconium, who spoke highly of his character and faith.