Johann Gerhard on St. Timothy

January 22, 2020 Concordia Publishing House

During 1 and 2 Timothy’s introductions, we see a small snapshot of the fatherly affection that Paul has for Timothy. We watch as Paul takes Timothy on his journeys, teaching him in the faith and wishing for him to continue preaching the faith even after Paul has passed. On January 24, the Church celebrates St. Timothy’s life. Read an excerpt from Johann Gerhard’s Commentary on 1 and 2 Timothy that explains the introduction to Paul’s second letter and shows Paul and Timothy’s relationship: 

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