How does 1 Timothy 1:11 connect to Romans 1:16 about the gospel's power? THE GLORIOUS GOSPEL ENTRUSTED TO PAUL 1 Timothy 1:11 – “…the glorious gospel of the blessed God, with which I have been entrusted.” • Paul calls the message “glorious” (literally, “full of glory”), reminding us that the gospel radiates God’s own character and splendor. • “Entrusted” shows stewardship. Paul didn’t create the gospel; he safeguards and delivers it exactly as received (cf. Galatians 1:11-12). • A glorious, God-given message cannot be powerless; it must carry the very life of the One who gave it. THE SAME GOSPEL, THE SAME APOSTLE, THE SAME POWER Romans 1:16 – “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes…” • The “glorious gospel” (1 Timothy 1:11) and the “power of God” (Romans 1:16) are two sides of one coin. • Glory speaks of God’s dazzling worth; power speaks of God’s dynamic action. • Paul links both ideas: the message that reflects God’s glory is the very instrument by which He unleashes saving power. HOW THE CONNECTION UNFOLDS 1. Same Source – 1 Timothy 1:11: “of the blessed God” – Romans 1:16: “power of God” God Himself stands behind the gospel; therefore its glory and its efficacy are inseparable. 2. Same Steward – Paul is “entrusted” (1 Timothy 1:11) and “not ashamed” (Romans 1:16). The trust commits him to guard the content; the boldness commits him to proclaim it. 3. Same Scope – 1 Timothy 1:11 appears after a list of sins (vv. 9-10); the gospel answers every human violation. – Romans 1:16 extends salvation “to everyone who believes, first to the Jew and then to the Greek.” The power that saves is broad enough to address every kind of sinner named in 1 Timothy 1. SUPPORTING VERSES THAT TIE GLORY AND POWER • 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 – the gospel unveils “the light of the glory of Christ.” • 1 Thessalonians 1:5 – “our gospel came to you not only in word but also in power and in the Holy Spirit.” • Hebrews 2:3-4 – God testifies to the gospel “by signs, wonders, and various miracles.” All echo the same union: glorious revelation and divine power inseparably linked. WHY THIS MATTERS FOR DAILY LIFE • Confidence in Witnessing – If the gospel is God’s power, we need not rely on human persuasion alone. • Commitment to Purity – A glorious gospel deserves a life that reflects its beauty (cf. Titus 2:10). • Courage amid Opposition – Since we are merely stewards, ridicule aimed at the message is ultimately directed at its Author. KEY TAKEAWAYS • 1 Timothy 1:11 and Romans 1:16 describe one gospel: glorious in origin, powerful in effect. • Glory guarantees worth; power guarantees impact. • The believer’s role is to guard the content, proclaim it unashamedly, and trust God to do the saving work. |
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