1 Timothy: God's Design for the Church - Young and Old Alike
Young and Old Alike
(1 Timothy 5:1-16)
Being the Church - Beth Felker Jones
Practical Help for the Helpless - Swindoll
Introduction: The Church is the Household of God (1 Timothy 3:15)
“I fell in love with Christians before I fell in love with Christ.” Martin Stepanenko ( A Czech Believer)
Men & Women, Young & Old (5:1-2)
Treat all men and women—regardless of age—with proper respect. • Respect older men when they must be admonished (5:1a).
• Engage younger men as equals (5:1b).
• Respect older women with pure motives (5:2a).
• Respect younger women with pure motives (5:2b).
Widows in the Church (5:3-16)
Widows in the Church should be taken care of properly.
• Godly Older Widows - Support Financially (5:3-10).
- “Honor” (τιμάω) godly widows (financially) (5:3).
- Families should take care of their parents (5:4).
- Widows must be living a godly life to be supported (5:5-6).
- How the church treats the elderly is an important testimony (5:7-8).
- “Enlist” widows only if they have a lifetime of character (5:9-10).
•.Godly Younger Widows - Encourage to Marry (5:11-16).
- Younger widows should not be financially supported (5:11-13).
- Younger widows should get married and raise a family (5:14-15).
- Families should care for their own widows if possible (5:16).
God has designed the church to care for those in need if they are godly
and do not have family to do it.
Finances
Weekly Budget 34,615
Giving For 07/13 45,749
Giving For 07/20 25,941
YTD Budget 103,846
Giving 105,376
OVER/(UNDER) 1,530
Fellowship Kids Volunteers for Fall 2025
If you would like to be a part of teaching kids about Jesus, hearing great Bible Stories and singing praises all while hanging out with some great kids, we have some opportunities for you! Fall session starts August 17. There are areas in story telling, worship, class and behind the scene opportunities. If you would like to learn more and/or join us go to fellowshipconway.org/register to find the perfect spot for you.
New to Fellowship?
We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift.
Fellowship Women’s Watercolor Night
Ladies, mark Wednesday, August 13 at 6 pm on your calendar! Bring yourself and a friend, as we will all be practicing different watercolor techniques and participating in some fun watercolor activities! This will be enjoyable for participants of all experience levels. Remember: it’s about the process, not the product! This is a free evening, with all supplies provided. Childcare is provided by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Registration and childcare RSVP by August 6 at fellowshipconway.org/register.
Downline - 9 Months That Will Change Your Life
Apply now for next year’s Downline class that starts on August 26th. The program equips individuals to know God’s Word and make disciples where God has strategically placed you around the city. Space and time are limited, so visit DownlineConway.com for more information and to submit your application.
Luncheon for Widows
The widows of Fellowship and The Women at the Well are invited to an “Indoor Dog Days of Summer Old Fashioned Picnic” at the home of Ambra Austin on Thursday, August 7, at noon. Please RSVP by July 31 at 501-730-6795. We look forward to a time of fun, fellowship and feasting!
Tax Free Weekend and O.C.C
Fellowship families, Tax Free Weekend is Saturday-Sunday, August 2-August 3. As you are shopping for your back to school supplies, remember this is also a great time to stock up on your supplies for your Operation Christmas Child boxes. O.C.C. Collection week is November 17-24.
Fellowship Co-Ed softball
Women wishing to play on this year’s softball team, please contact Guy Murphy at 501-472-5354.
I.F.O Conway
Temporary housing and airport pickup needs August 6-10th. Information meeting dates are Wednesday, July 30, 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 3, 4:00 p.m. For more details contact Miseon at 501-205-9207.