1 Timothy 6:20-21 – Guard the Deposit

In yesterday’s reading, Paul wrote of those who set their hopes on earthly riches, saying they need to remember to set their hope only on God and to be storing up treasures in heaven through faithful service to Christ. In these final verses of I Timothy, Paul tells his son in the faith to guard the deposit entrusted to him. This is not a deposit of gold or silver, but of Truth. We can tell this is the case by the things with which Paul contrasts the deposit entrusted to Timothy. It is the opposite of “irreverent babble,” “contradictions” and “what is falsely called knowledge.” By following false teachings, many have strayed from the Truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Therefore, Timothy must be careful to guard that Truth and to make sure he never believes or teaches anything contrary to it.

Paul’s charge to Timothy is a command for every Christian, especially those engaged in the ministry of the Word. We must take great care never to believe or teach anything that does not agree with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Do not get caught up in false teachings. Do not stray from God’s revealed Truth taught in the Scriptures He inspired. Believe only that which is in accord with the Gospel.

Questions
1. What is the deposit entrusted to Timothy?
2. Why must he guard that deposit?
3. What does it mean to guard that deposit?

Prayer Points
1. Pray that we may all guard the Truth of the Gospel.
2. Use prayer points from your congregation.
3. Pray for family matters.