2 Timothy 1:5
When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.
2 Timothy 1:5
Paul points to a witnessed chain of faith—unfeigned, sincere, living faith that first resided in Timothy’s grandmother Lois and then his mother Eunice, and now in Timothy. This訛ances the Apostle’s confidence in Timothy’s pledge as a continuation of a spiritual lineage. The mention of Lois and Eunice highlights an important theme in Luke-Acts: women as pivotal transmitters of faith within households. The verse also challenges modern readers to recognize the often unseen influence of family faith carryovers across generations, and how personal faith can be nurtured within a household.
This verse foregrounds the transmission of genuine faith as a multi-generational gift. It underscores God’s work through ordinary family life and the pivotal role of faithful nurture in shaping leaders. It also connects personal faith with communal memory—the faith of ancestors becomes the soil from which new believers grow. The emphasis on “unfeigned” or sincere faith contrasts with counterfeit or performative religiosity, calling believers to authenticity in devotion.
In today’s homes, invest in faith-formation habits that outlive you: family devotions, reading scripture together, sharing testimonies, and praying aloud. If you’re a parent or grandparent, consider how you model trust in God in ordinary moments—choosing integrity, mercy, and prayer over cynicism or fear. For churches, value and acknowledge spiritual lineage, inviting older believers to mentor the next generation, much like Lois and Eunice did for Timothy. Also, identify “Lois and Eunice” in your circles—grandparents, aunts, uncles, or mentors who quietly shaped faith through presence and example.
Cross-References
- 2 Timothy 3:14-15
- Acts 16:1-2
- Titus 2:3-5
- 2 Timothy 1:6