This may indicate that Timothy was somewhat shy, hesitant in asserting his authority. However, he could stand alone, and Paul could confidently send him on responsible missions.
पौलुस हमेशा उसके लिए प्रार्थना करता था और राज्य का सुसमाचार फैलाने में तीमुथियुस ने पौलुस के साथ - साथ परिश्रम किया था । — २ तीमुथियुस १: ३, ४; ३: १०, ११.