• I Timothy 1:1-5
  • I Timothy 1:19-20 - An example of those whose hypocrisy has become known.
  • Developing a sincere faith matters to:
    • God
      • I Chronicles 29:5-9 - The people gave with their whole heart.
      • We should not look at Christianity as a prison camp and only serve God because we feel like we have to.
      • II Corinthians 6:3-6 - Genuine love commends us to God.
      • If I live an unrighteous, hypocritical life, I undermine my influence and that of the church.
    • Self
      • Philippians 1:9-11
      • Mark 10:20-22 - At this point, this man was not at peace.
      • Hebrews 10:22
    • Others
      • II Timothy 1:5 - The faith of Timothy’s mother and grandmother mattered to him!
      • II Corinthians 2:17 - Others will be able to tell if we are sincere in our faith.