1 Timothy 3:14

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1 Timothy 3:14 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these things

King James Version KJV

These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly:

American Standard Version ASV

These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly;

Bible in Basic English BBE

I am writing these things to you, though I am hoping to come to you before long;

Free Bible Version FBV

Even though I hope to see you soon, I'm writing about all this to you so that

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

These things write I vnto thee, trusting to come very shortly vnto thee.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

These things I write to thee, hoping to come unto thee soon,

World English Bible WEB

These things I write to you, hoping to come to you shortly,

Noah Webster Bible WBS

These things I write to thee, hoping to come to thee shortly:

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

These things I write to thee, hoping that I shall come to thee shortly.

Translation for Translators T4T

Although I hope that I will come and visit you soon, I am writing these things to you now

Plain English Version PEV

I want to come and see you soon, but I’m writing this letter to you now

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GRK ταυτα σοι γραφω ελπιζων ελθειν προς σε ταχιον

ταυτα ohutos G3778 this/he/she/it Dem-APN

σοι su G4771 you Pron-2DS

γραφω graphō G1125 to write Verb-PAI-1S

ελπιζων elpizō G1679 to hope/expect Verb-PAP-NSM

ελθειν erchomai G2064 to come/go Verb-2AAN

προς pros G4314 to/with Prep

σε su G4771 you Pron-2AS

ταχιον tachion G5032 quicker Adv-C

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Greek Word Reference — 1 Timothy 3:14

ταυτα ohutos G3778 "this/he/she/it" Dem-APN

This refers to a specific person or thing, like when Jesus says 'this is my body' in Matthew 26:26 and Mark 14:22.

Definition: οὗτος, αὕτη, τοῦτο, genitive, τούτου, ταύτης, τούτου, [in LXX chiefly for זֹאת ,זֶה ;] demonstr. pron. (related to ἐκεῖνος as hic to ille), this; __1. as subst., this one, he; __(a) absol.: Mat.3:17, Mrk.9:7, Luk.7:44, 45, Jhn.1:15, Act.2:15, al.; expressing contempt (cl.), Mat.13:55, 56, Mrk.6:2, 3, Jhn.6:42, al.; εἰς τοῦτο, Mrk.1:38, Rom.14:9; μετὰ τοῦτο (ταῦτα; V. Westc. on Jhn.5:1), Jhn.2:12 11:7, al.; __(b) epanaleptic (referring to what precedes): Mat.5:19, Mrk.3:35, Luk.9:48, Jhn.6:46, Rom.7:10, al.; __(with) proleptic (referring to what follows): before ἵνα (Bl., §69, 6), Luk.1:43, Jhn.3:19 (and freq.) 15:8, Rom.14:9, al.; before ὅτι, Luk.10:11, Jhn.9:3o, Act.24:14, Rom.2:3, al.; ὅπως, Rom.9:17; ἐάν, Jhn.13:35; __(d) special idioms: τοῦτο μὲν . . . τ. δέ (cl), partly . . . partly. Heb.10:33; καὶ τοῦτο (τοῦτον, ταῦτα), and that (him) too, Rom.13:11, 1Co.2:2, Heb.11:12; τοῦτ᾽ ἐστιν, Mat.27:46. __2. As adj., with subst.; __(a) with art. __(α) before the art.: Mat.12:32, Mrk.9:29, Luk.7:44, Jhn.4:15, Rom.11:24, Rev.19:9, al.; __(β) after the noun: Mat.3:9, Mrk.12:16, Luk.11:31, Jhn.4:13, Act.6:13, Rom.15:28, 1Co.1:20, Rev.2:24, al.; __(b) with subst. anarth. (with predicative force; Bl., §49, 4): Luk.1:36 2:2 24:21, Jhn.2:11 4:54 21:14, 2Co.13:1. (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 1281 NT verses. KJV: he (it was that), hereof, it, she, such as, the same, these, they, this (man, same, woman), which, who See also: 1 Corinthians 1:12; 1 Peter 2:20; 1 Peter 1:11.

σοι su G4771 "you" Pron-2DS

This Greek word means 'you' and is used to address someone directly, like in John 1:30 and Matthew 26:64. It's a way to emphasize or contrast the person being spoken to. The KJV Bible translates it as 'thou'.

Definition: σύ, pron. of 2nd of person(s), thou, you, genitive, σοῦ, dative, σοί, accusative, σέ, pl., ὑμεῖς, -ῶν, -ῖν, -ᾶς (enclitic in oblique cases sing., except after prep. (BL, §48, 3), though πρὸς σέ occurs in Mat.25:39). Nom. for emphasis or contrast: Jhn.1:30, 4:10, 5:33, 39, 44, Act.4:7, Eph.5:32; so also perhaps σὺ εἶπας, Mat.26:64, al. (M, Pr., 86); before voc., Mat.2:6, Luk.1:76, Jhn.17:5, al.; sometimes without emphasis (M, Pr., 85f.), as also in cl., but esp. as rendering of Heb. phrase, e.g. υἱός μου εἶ σύ (בְּנִי־אַתָּה, Psa.2:7), Act.13:33. The genitive (σοῦ, ὑμῶν) is sometimes placed bef. the noun: Luk.7:48, 12:30, al.; so also the enclitic σοῦ, Mat.9:6; on τί ἐμοὶ κ. σοί, see: ἐγώ. (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 2041 NT verses. KJV: thou See also: 1 Corinthians 1:3; 1 Corinthians 15:3; 1 Peter 1:2.

γραφω graphō G1125 "to write" Verb-PAI-1S

This verb means to write or record something, like in John 8:6 where Jesus writes on the ground. It can also mean to describe or express something in writing, as seen in Luke 1:63 and Galatians 6:11.

Definition: γράφω, [in LXX chiefly for כּתב ]; __1. to scrape, graze (Hom.), and later (Hdt.) to sketch, draw. __2. to write; __(a) of forming or tracing letters on writing material: Jhn.8:[6], Gal.6:11, 2Th.3:17; __(b) to express in writing, commit to writing, record: Luk.1:63, Jhn.19:21, 22 Rev.1:11, 19 al.; of scripture as a standing authority (Deiss., BS, 112ff.), γέγραπται, it stands written (Luther), Mat.4:4, Mrk.7:6, Luk.4:8, Rom.1:17, 1Co.1:31, al.; id. before ἐν, Mrk.1:2, Act.1:20, al.; with accusative, to write of: Jhn.1:46, Rom.10:5; before περί, Mat.26:24, Mrk.14:21, Jhn.5:46; al.; with dative (WM, §31, 4), Luk.18:31; id. before ἵνα (M, Pr., 207f.), Mrk.12:19, Luk.20:28; κατὰ τ. γεγραμμένον, 2Co.4:13; γεγραμμένον ἐστί, Jhn.2:17; ἐγράφη, Rom.4:24; ἐπ᾽ αὐτῷ γεγραμμένα, Jhn.12:16; __(with) of writing directions or information, with dative of person(s): Rom.15:15, 2Co.7:12, al.; __(d) of that which contains the record or message: βιβλίον, Mrk.10:4, Jhn.21:25, Rev.5:1; τίτλον, Jhn.19:19; ἐπιστολήν, Act.23:25; ἐντολήν, Mrk.10:5 (cf. ἀπο-, ἐγ-, ἐπι-, κατα-, προ-). (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 183 NT verses. KJV: describe, write(-ing, -ten) See also: 1 Corinthians 1:19; Luke 1:63; 1 Peter 1:16.

ελπιζων elpizō G1679 "to hope/expect" Verb-PAP-NSM

To hope or expect something, as seen in Romans 8:24-25 and 1 Corinthians 13:7, where it means having confidence in God's plan.

Definition: ἐλπίζω [in LXX chiefly for בָּטַח, also for חָסָה, יָחַל pi., hi., etc. ;] to look for, expect, hope (for): with accusative of thing(s), Rom.8:24-25, 1Co.13:7, Heb.11:1; with dative of thing(s) (τ. τύχῃ, Thuc., iii, 97, 2), Mat.12:21; before καθώς, 2Co.8:5; with inf., Luk.6:34 23:8, Act.26:7, Rom.15:24, 1Co.16:7, 2Co.5:11, Php.2:19, 23, 1Ti.3:14, II Jn 12, 3Jn.14; before ὅτι, with pres., Luk.24:21; with fut., Act.24:26, 2Co.1:13 13:6, Phm 22. As in LXX (WM, § xxxiii, d; and esp. in the pf., Ellic. on 1Ti.4:10; Bl., § 59, 2), with prep.; εἰς, Jhn.5:45 (see Ellis., l.with), 1Pe.3:5; before ὅτι, 2Co.1:10; ἐπί, with dative, Rom.15:12 (LXX 1Ti.4:10 6:17; ἐν, 1Co.15:19; with accusative, 1Pe.1:13 (aor. imper. see Bl., § 58, 2); τ. θεόν, 1Ti.5:5 (of. ἀπ-, προ-ελπίζω, see Cremer, 255).† (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 31 NT verses. KJV: (have, thing) hope(-d) (for), trust See also: 1 Corinthians 13:7; 3 John 1:14; 1 Peter 1:13.

ελθειν erchomai G2064 "to come/go" Verb-2AAN

To come or go is the meaning of this word, used in many applications, such as in Matthew 8:9 and Romans 9:9. The KJV translates it in various ways, including come, go, and enter.

Definition: ἔρχομαι, [in LXX very frequently for בּוֹא, also for הלךְ ni., אתה, etc., 34 words in all ;] __1. to come; __(a) of persons, either as arriving or returning from elsewhere: Mat.8:9, Mrk.6:31, Luk.7:8, Jhn.4:27, Rom.9:9, al.; before ἀπό, Mrk.5:35 7:1, Jhn.3:2, al.; ἐκ, Luk.5:17, Jhn.3:31, al.; εἰς, Mrk.1:29, al.; διά before εἰς, Mrk.7:31; ἐν (Cremer, 263f., but see: ἐν), Rom.15:29, 1Co.4:21; ἐπί, with accusative, Mrk.6:53 11:13, Jhn.19:33, al.; κατά, with accusative, Luk.10:33 Act.16:7; παρά, with genitive, Luk.8:49; with accusative, Mat.15:29, Mrk.9:14, al.; with dative comm., incomm. (M, Pr., 75, 245), Mat.21:5, Rev.2:5, 16; with adverbs: πόθεν, Jhn.3:8, al.; ἄνωθεν, Jhn.3:31; ὄπισθεν, Mrk.5:27; ὧδε, Mat.8:29; ἐκεῖ, Jhn.18:3; ποῦ, Heb.11:8; before ἕως, Luk.4:42; ἄχρι, Act.11:5; with purpose expressed by inf., Mrk.5:14, Luk.1:59, al.; by fut. ptcp., Mat.27:49; ἵνα, Jhn.12:9; εἰς τοῦτο, ἵνα, Act.9:21; διά, with accusative, Jhn.12:9; before verbs of action, ἔρχεται καί, ἦλθε καί, etc.: Mrk.2:18, Jhn.6:15, al.; ἔρχου καὶ ἴδε, Jhn.1:47 11:34; ἐλθών (redundant; Dalman, Words, 20 f.), Mat.2:8 8:7, Mrk.7:25, Act.16:39, al.; similarly ἐρχόμενος, Luk.15:25, al.; of coming into public view: esp. of the Messiah (ὁ ἐρχόμενος, Mat.11:3, al.; see Cremer, 264), Luk.3:16, Jhn.4:25; hence, of Jesus, Mat.11:19, Luk.7:34, Jhn.5:43, al.; of the second coming, Mat.10:23, Act.1:11, 1Co.4:5, 1Th.5:2, al.; __(b) of time: ἔρξονται ἡμέραι (present for fut.: Bl., §56, 8), Luk.23:29, Heb.8:8" (LXX) ; fut., Mat.9:15, Mrk.2:20, al.; ἔρξεται ὥρα, ὅτε, Jhn.4:21, 23. al.; ἦλθεν, ἐλήλυθε ἡ ὥρα, Jhn.13:1 16:32 17:1; ἡ ἡμέρα τ. κυρίου, 1Th.5:2; καιροί, Act.3:19; __(with) of things and events: κατακλυσμός, Luk.17:27; λιμός, Act.7:11; ἡ ὀργή, 1Th.1:10; ὁ λύχνος, Mrk.4:21 (see Swete, in l.). Metaphorical, τ. ἀγαθά, Rom.3:8; τ. τέλειον, 1Co.13:10; ἡ πίστις, Gal.3:23, 25; ἡ ἐντολή, Rom.7:9; with prepositions: ἐκ τ. θλίψεως, Rev.7:14; ἐις τ. χεῖρον, Mrk.5:26; εἰς πειρασμόν, ib. 14:38, al. __2. to go: ὀπίσω, with genitive (Heb. הָלַךְ אַחֲרֵי), Mat.16:24, Mrk.8:34, Luk.9:23; σύν, Jhn.21:3; ὁδόν, Luk.2:44. (Cf. ἀν-, ἐπ-αν-, ἀπ-, δι-, εἰς, ἐπ-εἰσ-, συν-εἰσ-, ἐξ-, δι-εξ-, ἐπ-, κατ-, παρ-, ἀντι-παρ-, περι-, προ-, προσ-, συν-έρχομαι.) SYN.: πορεύομαι, χωρέω (v, Thayer, see word ἔρξομαι). (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 603 NT verses. KJV: accompany, appear, bring, come, enter, fall out, go, grow, X light, X next, pass, resort, be set See also: 1 Corinthians 2:1; Acts 22:11; Hebrews 6:7.

προς pros G4314 "to/with" Prep

A preposition showing direction or relationship, like towards or with something, as seen in Mark 5:11 and John 18:16. This means indicating movement or direction. It's about showing proximity or connection.

Definition: πρός, prep. with genitive, dative, accusative __I. I. C. genitive, of motion from a place, from the side of, hence metaphorically, in the interests of, Act.27:34 (cf. Page, in l.). __II. II. C. dative, of local proximity, hard by, near, at: Mrk.5:11, Luk.19:37, Jhn.18:16 20:11, 12 Rev.1:13. __III. C. accusative, of motion or direction towards a place or object, to, towards. __1. Of place, __(a) after verbs of motion or of speaking and other words with the idea of direction: ἔρχομαι, ἀναβαίνω, πορεύομαι, λέγω, ἐπιστολή, etc., Mat.3:14, Mrk.6:51, Luk.11:5, Jhn.2:3, Act.9:2, al. mult.; metaphorically, of mental direction, hostile or otherwise, Luk.23:12, Jhn.6:52, 2Co.7:4, Eph.6:12, Col.3:13, al.; of the issue or end, Luk.14:32, Jhn.11:4, al.; of purpose, Mat.26:12, Rom.3:26, 1Co.6:5, al.; πρὸς τό, with inf., denoting purpose (cf. M, Pr., 218, 220; Lft., Notes, 131), Mat.5:28, Mrk.13:22, Eph.6:11, 1Th.2:9, al.; __(b) of close proximity, at, by, with: Mat.3:10, Mrk.11:4, Luk.4:11, Act.3:2, al.; after εἶναι, Mat.13:56, Mrk.6:3, Jhn.1:1, al. __2. 2. Of time, __(a) towards (Plat., Xen., LXX: Gen.8:11, al.): Luk.24:29; __(b) for: πρὸς καιρόν, Luk.8:13, 1Co.7:5; πρὸς ὥραν, Jhn.5:35, al.; πρὸς ὀλίγον, Jas.4:14. __3. Of relation __(a) toward, with: Rom.5:1, 2Co.1:12, Col.4:5, 1Th.4:12, al.; __(b) with regard to: Mat.19:8, Mrk.12:12, Rom.8:31, al.; __(with) pertaining to, to: Mat.27:4, Jhn.21:22, Rom.15:17, Heb.2:17 5:1; __(d) according to: Luk.12:47, 2Co.5:10, Gal.2:14, Eph.3:4 4:14; __(e) in comparison with: Rom.8:18. __IV. In composition: towards (προσέρχομαι), to (προσάγω), against (προσκόπτω), besides (προσδαπανάω) . (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 655 NT verses. KJV: about, according to , against, among, at, because of, before, between, (where-)by, for, X at thy house, in, for intent, nigh unto, of, which pertain to, that, to (the end that), X together, to (you) -ward, unto, with(-in) See also: 1 Corinthians 2:1; Acts 2:47; 1 Peter 2:4.

σε su G4771 "you" Pron-2AS

Usage: Occurs in 2041 NT verses. KJV: thou See also: 1 Corinthians 1:3; 1 Corinthians 15:3; 1 Peter 1:2.

ταχιον tachion G5032 "quicker" Adv-C

This word means to do something more quickly or swiftly, like in John 20:4 where the disciples ran to Jesus' tomb. It's about taking action fast, without delay. The Bible uses it to show urgency.

Definition: τάχειον, see: ταχύ. ταχύ (neut. of ταχύς), adv., [in LXX chiefly for מָהַר pi. ;] quickly, speedily, forthwith: Mat.5:25 28:7-8, Mrk.9:39, Luk.15:22, Jhn.11:29, Rev.2:16 3:11 11:14 22:7, 12 22:2 o. Compar., τάχειον (T, Rec. τάχιον), = cl. θᾶσσον, θᾶττον (Att..), (see Bl., § 44, 3): Jhn.13:27 20:4, 1Ti.3:14 (T, Rec.), Heb.13:19, 23 Superl., τάχιστα: ὡς τ., as quickly as possible (BL, § 11, 3), Act.17:15.† (AS)

Usage: Occurs in 5 NT verses. KJV: out (run), quickly, shortly, sooner See also: 1 Timothy 3:14; Hebrews 13:23; Hebrews 13:19.

Study Notes — 1 Timothy 3:14

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Context
Cross References
1 Timothy 3:14 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on 1 Timothy 3:14
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Timothy 3:14
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14
Cambridge Bible on 1 Timothy 3:14
Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 3:14
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14
Sermons on 1 Timothy 3:14

Context — The Mystery of Godliness

12A deacon must be the husband of but one wife, a good manager of his children and of his own household. 13For those who have served well as deacons acquire for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

14Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these things

15in case I am delayed, so that you will know how each one must conduct himself in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth. 16By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in glory.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	1 Corinthians 11:34	If anyone is hungry, he should eat at home, so that when you come together it will not result in judgment. And when I come, I will give instructions about the remaining matters.
2	Philemon 1:22	In the meantime, prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you.
3	2 Corinthians 1:15–17	Confident of this, I planned to visit you first, so that you might receive a double blessing. I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to return to you from Macedonia, and then to have you help me on my way to Judea. When I planned this, did I do it carelessly? Or do I make my plans by human standards, so as to say “Yes, yes” when I really mean “No, no”?
4	1 Thessalonians 2:18	For we wanted to come to you—indeed I, Paul, tried again and again—but Satan obstructed us.
5	3 John 1:14	Instead, I hope to see you soon and speak with you face to face. Peace to you. The friends here send you greetings. Greet each of our friends there by name.
6	Hebrews 13:23	Be aware that our brother Timothy has been released. If he arrives soon, I will come with him to see you.
7	2 John 1:12	I have many things to write to you, but I would prefer not to do so with paper and ink. Instead, I hope to come and speak with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.
8	1 Timothy 4:13	Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, and to teaching.
9	1 Corinthians 16:5–7	After I go through Macedonia, however, I will come to you; for I will be going through Macedonia. Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go. For I do not want to see you now only in passing; I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits.

1 Timothy 3:14 Summary

The Apostle Paul is writing to Timothy to give him guidance on how to lead the church, even if Paul is not able to visit him in person. Paul hopes to come to Timothy soon, but he wants to make sure that Timothy has the information he needs to conduct himself and lead the church in a way that is pleasing to God, as seen in 1 Timothy 3:14-15. This is similar to how Jesus taught his disciples to care for each other and to spread the message of God's love, as seen in John 13:34-35 and Matthew 28:18-20. By following Paul's example, we can learn to provide guidance and support to others, even when we are not physically present with them, and to trust in God's plan and timing, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the Apostle Paul write these things to Timothy?

The Apostle Paul wrote these things to Timothy to ensure that he had guidance on how to conduct himself and lead the church, even if Paul was delayed in visiting him, as seen in 1 Timothy 3:14-15 and supported by 2 Timothy 2:2.

What is the significance of Paul's hope to come to Timothy soon?

Paul's hope to come to Timothy soon expresses his desire to be with his fellow believer and to provide personal guidance, as seen in 1 Timothy 3:14 and similar to his desire to visit the church in Romans 1:11-13.

How does this verse relate to Paul's overall purpose in writing to Timothy?

This verse is part of Paul's larger purpose of instructing Timothy on how to lead the church and conduct himself as a leader, as seen in 1 Timothy 3:1-16 and 2 Timothy 4:1-5.

What can we learn from Paul's writing style in this verse?

We can learn that even when we cannot be present with others in person, we can still provide guidance and support through written communication, as seen in 1 Timothy 3:14 and similar to the letters written by Paul in the books of Ephesians and Philippians.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can provide guidance and support to others when I am not physically present with them?
How can I apply the principles of leadership and conduct outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-16 to my own life and relationships?
What are some things that I hope to accomplish or experience in my life, and how can I use those hopes to guide my actions and decisions, as Paul did in 1 Timothy 3:14?
How can I balance my desire to be with others and provide personal guidance with the need to provide written guidance and support, as Paul did in his letters?

Gill's Exposition on 1 Timothy 3:14

These things write I unto thee,.... Concerning the offices of bishops and deacons, their several qualifications, and the rules of judging of persons fit for such service: hoping to come unto thee shortly; at Ephesus.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Timothy 3:14

These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: Write I unto thee, hoping - i:e., 'though I hope to come unto thee' (1 Timothy 4:13).

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14

I being now in Macedonia, or at Athens, or some parts thereabouts, have wrote to thee whom I left at Ephesus these precepts about the officers of churches, not being sure I shall, but hoping myself soon to come to Ephesus unto thee; which yet he did not, as we read, for he met Timothy at Troas, .

Trapp's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14

14 These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: Ver. 14. Hoping to come unto thee] And to be an eyewitness of thy diligence, whereof I doubt not, joying in the mean while, "and beholding your order, and the stedfastness of your faith in Christ," Colossians 2:5.

Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14

(14) These things write I unto thee.—“These things” probably referred only to the directions respecting the special qualification to be sought for in candidates for the office of the overseers (presbyters) and deacons. Hoping to come unto thee shortly.—The participle here has a concessive form, “though I hope,” &c. “I write these special urgent directions to you, though my hope is that I shall be with you sooner than such detailed instructions presuppose.”

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14

Verse 14. These things write I] That is: I write only these things; because I hope to come unto thee shortly.

Cambridge Bible on 1 Timothy 3:14

14–16. The importance of these directions based on the character of the Church and its Head14. to come unto thee shortly] The comparative adverb if retained will have the force given by Fairbairn ‘more speedily than I at one time thought or than would seem to call for more detailed communications,’ cf 2 Timothy 1:18, ‘very well,’ lit. ‘better than I need say.’ Westcott and Hort however with Lachmann follow mss. ACD in reading the substantive and preposition ‘with speed.’ As to the supposed inconsistency of this intention with Acts 20:25; Acts 20:38, St Paul certainly there bids the Elders of Ephesus farewell, saying that they will ‘see his face no more.’ But circumstances alter cases. The Spirit did not give him definite knowledge of what would befall him in every place; and it is sufficient to say that at the time he was expecting bonds and possible martyrdom and was impressed with the belief, a mistaken one, that he would not return.

Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 3:14

These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly - That is, he hoped to come there to give instructions personally, or to finish, himself, the work which he had commenced in Ephesus,

Whedon's Commentary on 1 Timothy 3:14

3. In doctrine.a. Timothy set as champion of the doctrine of the incarnation against the errorists predicted by the Spirit as about to appear, 1 Timothy 3:14 to 1 Timothy 4:10.14.

Sermons on 1 Timothy 3:14

	Sermon	Description
	The Rise and Fall of God's House by Denny Kenaston	In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of recognizing and appreciating the presence of God in our lives. He emphasizes that God is always working to raise up somethin
	Honoring the Biblical Calling of Motherhood, a Tribute to Ruth Piper by John Piper	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his mother's influence on his faith and character. He highlights four key aspects of her impact. Firstly, she taught him the importance of t
	Building Our House on the Rock - Session 1 by Paul Washer	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the gospel of Jesus Christ. He explains that the gospel is not just about the four spiritual laws, but it is
	Cincinatti Missions 1993 Conference Commitment to the Assembly by William MacDonald	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the church as the body of Christ. He highlights that the church is the completion of Christ and his vehicle for expressing
	(1 Timothy) Church and the Truth by Brian Brodersen	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a surf movie called "Noah's Ark" that he recently watched. The movie tells the story of professional surfers who have encountered God and ex
	New Testament Church Principles - Part 1 by Mike Attwood	This sermon emphasizes the importance of following God's pattern and order for the church, highlighting the need for zeal and spiritual fervor in carrying out God's instructions. I
	God Manifested in the Flesh by Rolfe Barnard	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the role of Jesus Christ as the comforter and savior. He highlights how Jesus wiped out the damning evidence of broken laws and commandments