It was at Lystra, on Paul’s first missionary journey, that he met a young boy named Timothy. He made such great strides as a Christian that Paul later took him along with him on his travels. The local church leaders officially commissioned Timothy and after that he became Paul’s constant companion and trusted friend.  Although written to pastors, this epistle has much to say to anyone desiring to serve the Lord. Today Pastor John introduces the apostle Paul and tells how he was commissioned by the Lord. Let’s join him right now with the message My Own Son…