Seminaries and Institutes
2 Timothy 3-4: Apostasy

“2 Timothy 3-4: Apostasy,” New Testament Seminary Student Study Guide (2003)

“2 Timothy 3-4,” New Testament Student Study Guide

2 Timothy 3–4

Apostasy

You live in the “last days.” What are the blessings or advantages of being a member of the Church in these times? Paul described the wickedness and apostasy that would exist in our day. Read 2 Timothy 3–4 and see if you think his description is accurate. What will guide us through these difficult times?

Studying the Scriptures

Do two of the following activities (A–C) as you study 2 Timothy 3–4.

  1. Scripture Mastery—2 Timothy 3:1–5

    In 2 Timothy 3:1–7 are listed twenty-one sins and weaknesses that Paul wrote would be common in the last days. Choose five or more of them and find newspaper, magazine, or other articles that show that those problems exist in your community or nation.

  2. Scripture Mastery—2 Timothy 3:16–17

    By now you have spent several months studying the scriptures in seminary.

    1. Read 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and list the seven ways Paul said we can profit from inspired scripture.

    2. Write your testimony and include how you have been blessed by the scriptures.

  3. Are You Fighting a Good Fight?

    Think about what you have learned about Paul over the last several weeks of study. After reading 2 Timothy 4:7–8, answer the following questions:

    1. Why is this declaration of Paul impressive to you?

    2. What three things did he do in his life that tell you he meant what he said?

    3. What five things could you do in the coming year to show that you are fighting a good fight?