1 Timothy 4:12

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.

No

Matthew 18:10

1 Corinthians 16:10

2 Timothy 2:7

Be thou

In word

2 Peter 1:5

Bible References

No

take care not to despise one of such an humble disposition: for I tell you, that in heaven their angels are continually attending the presence of my father who is in heaven:

If Timothy visit you, take care he may be perfectly safe: for he labours in the cause of christianity, as well as I.

consider what I say, and the Lord will give you understanding in all things.

Be thou

Imitate herein my example as I do that of Christ.

and you imitated us, and were imitators of the Lord, having receiv'd the word, notwithstanding all your afflictions, with that alacrity, which the holy spirit inspires.

you are witnesses, and God is so too, how holy, how just and irreproachable our behaviour was to you, who believe.

for you know what an example we have given for your imitation: that our conduct among you was regular:

In all things show yourself a pattern of virtue: in teaching shewing uncorruptness,

not to domineer over the laity, but to be examples for their imitation;

In word

but in all things I approve myself as the minister of God, by great constancy in afflictions, in torments, in distresses, from stripes,

Finally, my brethren, whatever has the character of truth, of dignity, of justice, of chastity, whatever can procure you esteem and reputation, in a word, if there be any thing virtuous or praise-worthy, let that be the object of your enquiry.

Avoid the passions of youth. pursue justice, fidelity, benevolence and concord with all sincere christians.

Whoever is a skilful moralist, let him show by his virtuous conduct, that he practises the humble precepts of wisdom.

Do you on your part employ all your care in adding to your faith, fortitude: to fortitude, knowledge: