What are the "books" and the "parchments" to which Paul refers in 2 Timothy 4:13? This article considers the possibility that the books were the Old Testament writings, and the parchments some early Christian writings, possibly Luke's Gospel and copies of Paul's own letters. In canon discussions, this provides additional support to the idea that at a very early time, Christians thought of their religious writings in two parts.

This article considers five ways to do the work of an evangelist, as Paul writes to Timothy in 2 Timothy 4:5.

This article outlines what leadership in ministry should look like, according to 2 Timothy 4. Paul utters the simple charge to preach the Word, from which come six implications of leadership and the preaching of the Word.

This article reflects on the character of the minister as Paul speaks of it in 2 Timothy 4:5.

This article finds its starting point in Paul's word in 2 Timothy 4:6-8, and discusses four elements that are essential for finishing well (or aging as a believer). They revolve around a daily reliance upon the Lord and his gospel.

2 Timothy 4:3 warns that God punishes his people sometimes by giving them what they want. If you want preaching that scratches your ears, you may get it. The article explains.

This article is an exposition of 2 Timothy 4:9-15, 19-22.

This article is an exposition of 2 Timothy 4:6-8.

The Bible does not only tell us about building the church. It also warns us against destroying the church. From 2 Timothy 4 we learn that when the church starts taking certain steps, that church is about to die. This article outlines these steps.

How can you protect the church? It is only by preaching that the church is protected. From 2 Timothy 4:2 this article explains the kind of preaching that protects the church.

This article, an exposition of 2 Timothy 4:16-18, reflects on what help we have when we have to go through some things alone.

Why and what should ministers read? This article answers, with consideration to 2 Timothy 4:13, where Paul asks Timothy to bring his cloak, books, and parchments.

What is biblical preaching? Based on 2 Timothy 4:2 this article argues that biblical preaching must be characterized by warning, challenge, and exhortation.