Chapter 1

  • The Ultimate Goal of Forgiveness
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Forgiveness & Bitterness   Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:17

    Forgiveness in the life of a believer showcases the astounding, redemptive heart of God. It puts on display the riches of His abundant mercy and amazing grace. Read More

  • The Ultimate Goal
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

    We are to build our spiritual house, so to speak, by developing one virtue, which leads to another and then another. Read More

  • Appointed to His Service
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12

    What are some ordinary, “thankless” jobs you are expected to perform? How can you cultivate a grateful spirit as you do them? Read More

Chapter 2

  • Biblical Roles in the Church
    Topics: Church & Worship, Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:12-14

    If a woman has a God-given desire to teach, is there a uniquely feminine way for her to exercise that gift? Read More

  • Fulfilling Biblical Roles
    Topics: Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:12-13

    Are there any differences between men and women? Nancy explains how this is an important question because it reveals a lot about one's beliefs. Read More

  • Beautiful Display
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9

    God creates and appreciates beauty and has created us to long for and appreciate it too. Read More

  • A Quiet Spirit
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:2

    Quiet describes an attitude of calmness, serenity, and tranquility. It’s being settled, steadfast, and peaceful. Read More

  • Tough Questions on Modesty
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    When you see immodesty in church, it could be a positive sign. How? New believers are being added. Nancy takes a practical look at modesty. Read More

  • Modesty in the Real World
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    Finding modest clothing in today’s stores is hard. If you do find some, you often have to spend lots more money. Is it worth it? Read More

  • Straight Talk to Teens
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Motherhood & Family   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    So your daughter turns 13. Now what? A teenager can learn to cultivate a heart of modesty and, in the process, bypass a lot of hurt and heartache. Read More

  • A Responsive Spirit
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:11

    The Lord created women to have responsive spirits. Responding is in our nature. Read More

  • Are Children Truly a Blessing from the Lord?
    Topics: Motherhood & Family   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:13-15

    Statistics say that there are more televisions per household than children. But the Bible doesn't say "television is a blessing from the Lord." Read More

  • Training Our Daughters
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Relationships, Friendships & Mentoring   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    It’s so important to train the next generation of women to have modest hearts as they grow up in an increasingly permissive world. Read More

  • Reflecting God's Glory
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    Your outward appearance can reveal the inward desires of your heart. Do you want to glorify yourself or reflect God’s glory? Read More

  • Self-Control
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    Purity helps us make wise choices, even in a tempting situation. But purity and self-control walk hand in hand. Read More

  • A Woman's Great Loveliness
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    What comes to mind when you hear the word modesty? Is your definition correct? Get rid of old misconceptions and begin painting a fresh picture. Read More

  • Affirming Our Faith
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

    You probably don’t leave the house with your clothes on inside out, but when it comes to modesty, that’s exactly what we need to do. Read More

  • Women in the Church
    Topics: Church & Worship   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-10

    Women in the church can be either a great blessing, or they can do incredibly great damage. They can make the gospel believable, or they can Read More

  • Modeling Modesty
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Motherhood & Family, Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-9

    You don’t start training your children about modesty at age 13. How about age 3? Why start so young? Read More

  • Reflecting God's Glory
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Motherhood & Family, Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-9

    Your outward appearance can reveal the inward desire of your heart. Learn to make wise clothing choices that reflect God’s glory. Read More

  • A Woman's Greatest Loveliness
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Pornography & Addictions, Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-9

    What comes to mind when you hear the word, modesty? Is your definition correct? Get rid of old misconceptions and begin painting a fresh picture. Read More

  • A Woman's Influence in the Church
    Topics: Modesty, Purity & Beauty, Womanhood   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-10

    Women in the church can be either a great blessing or they can do incredibly great damage. They can make the gospel believable or cause people to turn from God. Read More

  • In Times Like These
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Prayer   Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1

    God is fully in control and is actively at work in our world. Read More

Chapter 4

  • Gratitude Quiz
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Gratitude   Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:15

    Try answering these questions candidly— not just yes or no, but with supporting details that come to mind Read More

  • God’s Gym
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

    Sometimes we won’t feel like we’re making progress, but we need to keep training, knowing that ultimately we will see the fruit and reap the benefits. Read More

  • Training for Godliness
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

    Every moment of the day you’re either training yourself for godliness or ungodliness. Read More

  • Have You Read It?
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Bible, Devotions & Memorization   Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:13

    “The mere reading of the Word of God has power to communicate the life of God to us mentally, morally, and spiritually - Oswald Chambers. Read More

  • Training for Eternity
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

    God often reminds me not to live just for the moment—assuming that life will always go on as it has. He invites us to live in light of eternity. Read More

Chapter 5

  • A Heart for the Home
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Hospitality & Home   Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:14

    The heart of domesticity is a devotion to home life. It’s having a heart for the home. Read More

  • Principles and Warnings
    Topics: Church & Worship, Hope & Encouragement   Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:19

    When you’re shopping, you need to compare products carefully. But Nancy warns us not to do that with our pastors. Read More

Chapter 6

  • Ticket to Freedom
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Gratitude   Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-7

    It’s time we let gratitude be our ticket to freedom and lead us to a place of simple satisfaction. Read More

  • A Sure Foundation
    Karen Ellis   Topics: God & Truth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:15

    Christ has laid the kingdom to run on the foundation of His wisdom. Read More

  • “If Only I Had...”
    Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth   Topics: Christian Growth   Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

    We feel that we would be happy, “if only . . .” Read More