From Lystra, son of a Jewish-Christian mother (Eunice) and Greek father. His grandmother Lois also had great faith. Paul chose him as a traveling companion and he was circumcised to avoid causing offense to Jewish communities. Paul referred to him as 'my true son in the faith' and sent him as his representative to various churches. Paul's two letters to him give pastoral advice for leading a congregation.
Relationships
MentorPaulMentor, called him 'my true son in the faith'
GrandmotherLoisGrandmother; Paul says Timothy's faith lived first in her and in Eunice
Key Scripture AppearancesKJV
Acts 16:1
Then came he to Derbe and Lystra: and, behold, a certain disciple was there, named Timotheus, the son of a certain woman, which was a Jewess, and believed; but his father was a Greek:Acts 16:1, KJV
Acts 17:15
And they that conducted Paul brought him unto Athens: and receiving a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus for to come to him with all speed, they departed.Acts 17:15, KJV
1 Corinthians 4:17
For this cause have I sent unto you Timotheus, who is my beloved son, and faithful in the Lord, who shall bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in Christ, as I teach every where in every church.1 Corinthians 4:17, KJV
Philippians 2:19
But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state.Philippians 2:19, KJV
1 Timothy 1:2
Unto Timothy, my own son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God our Father and Jesus Christ our Lord.1 Timothy 1:2, KJV
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