Topical Bible: Timothy: Sent Salutation to the Romans

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Timothy, a prominent figure in the New Testament, is well-known for his close association with the Apostle Paul. He is mentioned frequently in Paul's epistles and is recognized for his steadfast faith and dedication to the early Christian church. Timothy's role in the early church was significant, serving as a trusted companion and co-worker of Paul in spreading the Gospel.

In the Epistle to the Romans, Timothy is noted for sending his greetings to the believers in Rome. This salutation is found in Romans 16:21, where Paul writes, "Timothy, my fellow worker, sends you greetings, as do Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen" . This brief mention highlights Timothy's involvement in the broader mission of the church and his connection to the Christian community in Rome.

Timothy's relationship with Paul began during Paul's second missionary journey, as recorded in Acts 16:1-3. Paul encountered Timothy in Lystra, where he was well spoken of by the brethren. Recognizing his potential, Paul took Timothy under his wing, circumcising him to avoid any obstacles in ministering to the Jews, and thus began a partnership that would last throughout Paul's ministry.

Throughout the New Testament, Timothy is depicted as a faithful servant and a spiritual son to Paul. In 1 Timothy 1:2, Paul refers to him as "my true son in the faith" , indicating the deep bond and mutual respect between them. Timothy's role extended beyond mere companionship; he was entrusted with significant responsibilities, such as overseeing the church in Ephesus (1 Timothy 1:3) and delivering Paul's letters to various congregations.

The mention of Timothy's salutation to the Romans underscores his active participation in the early church's mission and his personal connection to the believers in Rome. It reflects the interconnectedness of the early Christian communities and the shared commitment to the Gospel. Timothy's involvement in sending greetings also illustrates the practice of mutual encouragement and support among the early Christians, fostering unity and strengthening the bonds of fellowship.

Timothy's legacy is further cemented by the two pastoral epistles bearing his name, 1 and 2 Timothy, which provide guidance on church leadership, sound doctrine, and personal conduct. These letters offer insight into Timothy's character and the challenges he faced as a young leader in the early church.

In summary, Timothy's salutation to the Romans is a testament to his integral role in the early Christian movement and his enduring partnership with the Apostle Paul. His life and ministry continue to serve as an example of faithfulness, dedication, and service to the body of Christ.

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Romans 16:21
Timotheus my workfellow, and Lucius, and Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen, salute you.
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1 and 2 Thessalonians
... He had sent Timothy that he might comfort them, and Timothy has returned with glad
tidings. ... ANALYSIS. Salutation, thanksgiving, and congratulation. ...
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2 Timothy iv. 13-Sep
... For the bare salutation of that holy and blessed man was ... The thorn was not sent him
that he might be humble, nor ... we shall also reign with Him." (2 Timothy 2:11 ...
/.../homily x 2 timothy iv.htm

The First Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians
... What Romans does as a theological treatise, and ... The letter opens with a significant
salutation and thanksgiving (i.1 ... he says that he has sent Timothy to Corinth ...
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2 Cor. I. 1, 4
... that promise of his teacher, "I have sent unto you ... his own exceeding humility [362] :
for Timothy was very ... impure person, he hath no share in this salutation. ...
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Letter Xlvi (Circa AD 1125) to Guigues, the Prior, and to the ...
... but like words descending surely from Him who sent the salutation ... not for me, in
fact, a simple salutation given in ... not made for a righteous man (1 Timothy 1:9 ...
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The Second Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Corinthians
... Acts 19:22 we see that he sent Timothy before him ... Christ, the revelations that God
has sent him, the ... and exhortation: i.1-ii.17."Salutation, thanksgiving, the ...
/.../pullan/the books of the new testament/chapter xi the second epistle.htm

Paul
... Procurator of Judea succeeded Felix, he was sent bound to ... besides these to his disciples,
To Timothy two, To ... have omitted his name from the salutation on this ...
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The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Philippians
... to obedience, quietness, purity, mission and commendation of Timothy and Epaphroditus ...
joy at the spirit shown by the offerings sent to him ... Salutation (iv.10-23 ...
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The Pastoral Epistles
... His name occurs as sending a salutation in Romans 16:21 ... Corinth was involved in strife,
Titus was sent thither ... The similarity to 1 Timothy akes it almost certain ...
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1 Cor. xvi. 10
... lest he should seem to have held Timothy in higher ... his praise, the senders together
with the sent: where he ... cleave together in one by means of the salutation. ...
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