1 Timothy 6 Bible Study Questions

What instruction did Paul give to believers whose societal position was slavery?
In what ways could a believing slave/servant use the freedom found in the gospel to disrespect his or her believing master?
How does the slave/master relationship translate to employee/employer relationship today?
Review chapters 1-5 and make a list of the teachings that promote godliness.
What are attributes of a person who teaches a different doctrine than the doctrine of Jesus Christ?
What did false teachers believe the end goal of the gospel to be?
What is the true gain believers have in living godly lives?
How does the desire to be rich by worldly standards differ from the desire to be rich by eternal standards?
How have you seen the love of money destroy the lives of those around you?
What does it mean to fight the good fight of faith?
What did Paul charge the people to keep in the presence of God and Jesus Christ and for what reason?
Is it sinful to accrue wealth in this life?
What are the rich to realize and remember about their riches and the source from which their riches come? What will this realization help those that are blessed with wealth do?
What was the “deposit” Timothy was instructed to guard?

Application:

Who is in authority over me that I am commanded to regard with honor and where might I be tempted to be disrespectful?
In what ways has God allowed me to experience contentment in my walk with Him?
Where might I be tempted to pursue riches rather than pursuing Christ?
How does God help me in pursuing righteousness, godliness, faith, steadfastness, and gentleness? Where might I be resistant in engaging the good fight of faith?
Why is God the only source for truth and trustworthiness in my life? Where else am I tempted to place my trust?
How is God calling me to use the wealth he has given me to glorify Him?
What does guarding the gospel truth in my life require of me?