DISCOURSE 18 on 1 Tim. 6:13–16. It is necessary to adhere not to human wisdom, but to faith. "Human affairs are fleeting.

COMMENTARY ON THE 2ND EPISTLE TO TIMOTHY

DISCOURSE 1 on 2 Tim. 1:1–2. Motivation and time of writing. — Praise to Timothy. "It is impossible for a person to live without sorrows. — About almsgiving.

DISCOURSE 2 on 2 Tim. 1:8–10. Divine deeds cannot be judged by human considerations. The dignity of the Eucharistic sacrifice does not depend on the person who offers it. — In the Eucharist is the true body of Christ.

DISCOURSE 3 on 2 Tim. 1:13–18. We must fear the judgment of God.

DISCOURSE 4 on 2 Tim. 2:1–7. Retribution for teaching. "There is no true glory or true blessings on earth. — Compare Paul with Nero.

DISCOURSE 5 on 2 Tim. 2:11–14. Remorse disturbs our peace. — Fear of judgment, — Sometimes even in the present life God punishes the wicked.

DISCOURSE 6 on 2 Tim. 2:20–21. The servant of God should avoid contests. "Whoever is caught by the devil at least partially, is completely in his power. — Exhortation to almsgiving.

DISCOURSE 7 on 2 Tim. 3:1–7. Corruption in the last days. — Of Jonathan's friendship with David. — Admonition to widows.

DISCOURSE 8 on 2 Tim. 3:1–4. Qualities of an ungrateful person. — The inevitability of sorrows and sorrows for the pious. — Why in this life God sometimes punishes the wicked, sometimes He does not punish them.

DISCOURSE 9 on 2 Tim. 3:16–17. The works and feats of Ap. Paul.

DISCOURSE 10 on 2 Tim. 4:9–13. Why did not all the apostles heal from diseases? — How to attract the grace of the Spirit. — The riches of God.

COMMENTARY ON THE EPISTLE TO TITUS

DISCOURSE 1 on Titus. 1:1–4. Time of writing the epistle. — What is the knowledge of the truth by faith? — You need to preach with boldness. — Duties and Difficulties of Episcopal Service.

DISCOURSE 2 on Titus. 1:5–6. The Works of the Apostles. — The duty of a pastor. "Pavel did more than Plato. — Neglect of glory and honor is difficult for a person. "There is no need to look for honors in this life.

DISCOURSE 3 on Titus. 1:12–14. An explanation of Paul's words and his references to pagan writers. — Why the Magi were guided by the star. — Methods of denunciation and correction. — Of the pure and the impure. Sin is an impurity that must be avoided.

DISCOURSE 4 on Titus. 2:2–5. Disadvantages of old age. "The consent of spouses is a great blessing. — Qualities of a good servant. — Joseph in Egypt. "Good manners are attractive.

DISCOURSE 5 on Titus. 2:11–14. The efficacy of God's grace. — What are the worldly lusts? — The harm of greed. — Against those who say that the Son is less than the Father. "One must refrain from reproach. — The Story of Androgeus.

DISCOURSE 6 on Titus. 3:8–11. It is necessary to avoid disputes with heretics. "We must carefully seek out the poor. "He who gives alms gains more than he who receives it. — A narrow path. "Wealth is thorns. — One must patiently endure sorrows. — The Story of the Two Martyrs.