The Warning Label
Paul tells Timothy that this man deserted him because he "loved this present world and went to Thessalonica.
Who is Demas?
Colossians 4:14
2 Timothy 4:10
Paul addresses this man as "my true son in the faith" and tells him not to let anyone despise him for his youth.
Who is Timothy?
A runaway slave who went from being not of much use in the past, but is now very useful to Paul and the letter's recipient.
Who is Onesimus?
In Paul's loneliest hour, he writes that only [this man] is with me.
Who is Luke?
Colossians 4:14
2 Timothy 4:11
These two women are credited for Timothy's genuine faith and had a significant influence on his life.
Who are Lois and Eunice?
2 Timothy 1:5
Paul mentions this coppersmith by name, warning Timothy that he "did me much harm" and greatly resisted our words.
Who is Alexander?
2 Timothy 4:14-15
Paul left this "true son in our common faith" on the island of Crete to "set in order the the things that are lacking"
Who is Titus?
Once the cause of a sharp disagreement between Paul and Barnabas, Paul now says Get [this man] and bring him...for he is very useful to me for ministry.
Who is Mark/John Mark?
2 Timothy 4:11
Paul said this man "often refreshed me" and was not ashamed of my chains", even searching diligently through Rome until he found Paul.
Who is Onesiphorus?
2 Timothy 1:16-18
2 Timothy 4:19
(Did Onesiphorus die?)
Must be at least 60 years old, the wife of one husband, and known for bringing up children, showing hospitality, and washing the saints' feet. She has diligently followed every good work.
Who is a true widow to be put on the list?
1 Timothy 5:9-10
These two men are named in 2 Timothy as having "wandered from the truth" by claiming the resurrection had already happened, upsetting the faith of some. Their message spread like cancer!
Who are Hymenaeus and Philetus?
1 Tim 1:20
2 Timothy 2:17
In his letter to Philemon, Paul refers to this man as "my child...whose father I became in my imprisonment."
Who is Onesimus?
Paul quotes a prophet saying they are "always liars, evil beasts, lazy gluttons,' yet he tells Titus to appoint elders from them.
Who are The Cretians/People of Crete?
Titus 1:12
Described as a "fellow bondservant" and "fellow prisoner" who is always wrestling in prayer for the Colossian church to stand mature and fully assured.
Who is Epaphras?
Colossians 1:7; Colossians 4:12
Philemon 1:23
She remained in Rome to support Paul and sent greetings while others fled or went out for other ministry.
Who is Claudia?
2 Timothy 4:21
In 1 Timothy, Paul says he "handed over" these two men to Satan so they would be taught not to blaspheme.
Who are Hymenaeus and Alexander?
1 Timothy 1: 20
2 Timothy 2:17
This man, mentioned in Colossians 4 is called a "beloved brother" and a "faithful minister" who traveled with another son to deliver Paul's letters.
Who is Tychicus?
Colossians 4:7
2 Tim 4:12
This person is noted as the ultimate "Chief Sinner" but it is also noted that Jesus showed him mercy as a "pattern" for others who believe on Him for everlasting life.
Who is Paul?
1 Timothy 1:17
Paul calls him a fellow soldier and sends message for him to "take heed to the ministry which you have received in the Lord, that you may fulfill it." He also might attend the church that meets in Philemon's house.
Who is Archippus?
Colossians 4:17
Philemon 1:2
Despite the fact that she had a whole church in her house, some translations try to act like she's a boy. Don't call her sir!
Who is Nympha? (Nymphus)
Col 4:15 (Compare NKJV and NLT)
In 2 Timothy 3, Paul compares modern false teachers to these two figures who "resisted Moses" in the Old Testament.
Who are Jannes and Jambres?
2 Timothy 3:6-9