1 Timothy 1:15 – Three Minute Bible

February 19, 2026February 21, 2026

1 Timothy 1:15b – The Worst of Sinners

Cartoon drawing of a small boy sitting in the corner wearing a dunce cap that reads "Worst of sinners." (Grok)

Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.

Summary: Paul’s “saying” is simple, but that doesn’t mean it is easy to say.

I have a confession to make — I’ve been reading this passage wrong my whole life.

In our last meditation, we just discussed why a saying is “a saying.” It is for a reason. When you and I say it ourselves, we are affirming the truth of the saying.

February 18, 2026February 21, 2026

1 Timothy 1:15a – Unchanging

Picture of a stone block with the words, "A TRUSTWORTHY SAYING" carved in it (Grok)

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance…

Summary: In this verse, Paul introduces us to the concept of a “trustworthy saying.” Before examining the saying itself, it is helpful to consider the concept of a “saying” and think about why that would be important.

Paul has a problem: Like the rest of us, he is limited to being in one place at a time. Unlike most of us, however, he needs to be everywhere all at once.