2 Timothy

   (See introduction to 1 Timothy.)

     1:1-10.  Paul and Timothy share a common Jewish heritage of faith (3, 5; cf. Acts 16:1; 2 Tim. 3:15), for which Paul thanks God (cf. Ro.3:1-2; 9:4-5).  This is a special blessing and bond they share, their common faith now brought to fullness in the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who has brought God’s eternal purpose of grace and life to light through the gospel (9-10).