Note: there is no general agreement about the structure of this epistle. This is a very brief outline proposal for discussion. There is a centre which speaks of how to behave in the house of God.

A. Dealing with false teachers 1:2-20

B. Personal encouragement to Timothy 1:18-20

C. Exhortation
Prayer 2:1-8
role of women 2:9-15
overseers 3:1-7
deacons 3:8-13

D. Summary of mission 3:14-16

A. Dealing with false teachers 4:1-16

B. Personal encouragement to Timothy 4:12-16

C. Exhortation
respect for elders 5:1-2
widows welfare 5:3-16
support for elders 5:17-21
impartiality 5:21-25
servants 6:1-2

A. Dealing with false teachers 6:3-10

B. Personal encouragement to Timothy 6:11-16

C. Exhortation
wealth 6:17-21