6. Christian Character: Timothy and Epaphroditus (Philippians 2:19-30) -- Inductive Bible Study Questions

Disciple Lessons from Philippians, Paul's Letter to the Church at Philippi

6. Christian Character: Timothy and Epaphroditus (Philippians 2:19-30)
Inductive Bible Study Questions

by Dr. Ralph F. Wilson
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Pronunciation: "Epaphroditus" is pronounced like ee-PAF-ro-DI-tus

Level 1: What Does the Text Say?

1.1 What do we know about the Philippian church so far?

1.2 What characteristics about Timothy does Paul write about?

1.3 What characteristics about Epaphroditus does he mention?

Level 2: What Does the Text Mean?

2.1 What problems do we know that the Philippian church facing? See especially 2:1-5a.

2.2 How does Timothy's character speak to the Philippian church's chief problem?

2.3 How does Epaphroditus' ministry to Paul relate to the problems in the Philippian church?

2.4 What kind of reception is Paul trying to set up for Timothy when he comes? How does this compare with some previous problems Timothy has experienced? (See 1 Timothy 4:12)

2.5 How much esteem do you think Epaphroditus was held in before his journey to see Paul? (4:18) What kind of reception is Paul trying to set up for him? What do you think Paul hopes Epaphroditus will do when he returns?

Level 3: What Does the Text Mean to Me?

3.1 How often do you take a "genuine interest" (2:20) in the welfare of others? In what ways does this "genuine interest" manifest itself in deeds?

3.2 What changes would need to be made in your life if you looked after Jesus Christ's interests before your own? (2:21)

Disciple Lessons from Philippians

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