Thematic Bible

1 Timothy 4:1

Now the Spirit says clearly that in the last times some people will abandon the faith by following deceitful spirits, the teachings of demons,

1 Timothy 4:2

and the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences have been burned by a hot iron.

1 Timothy 4:3

They will try to stop people from marrying and from eating certain foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.

1 Timothy 4:4

For everything God created is good, and nothing should be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving,

1 Timothy 4:5

because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.

1 Timothy 4:6

If you continue to point these things out to the brothers, you will be a good servant of the Messiah Jesus, nourished by the words of the faith and the healthy teaching that you have followed closely.

1 Timothy 4:7

Do not have anything to do with godless myths and fables of old women. Instead, train yourself to be godly.

1 Timothy 4:8

Physical exercise is of limited value, but Godliness is very dear, a pledge of life, both there and here.

1 Timothy 4:9

This is a trustworthy saying that deserves complete acceptance.

1 Timothy 4:10

To this end we work hard and struggle, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, that is, of those who believe.

1 Timothy 4:11

These are the things you must insist on and teach.

1 Timothy 4:12

Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for other believers in your speech, behavior, love, faithfulness, and purity.

1 Timothy 4:13

Until I arrive, give your full concentration to the public reading of Scripture, to exhorting, and to teaching.

1 Timothy 4:14

Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you through prophecy when the elders laid their hands on you.

1 Timothy 4:15

Think on these things. Devote your life to them so that everyone can see your progress.

1 Timothy 4:16

Pay close attention to your life and your teaching. Persevere in these things, because if you do so, you will save both yourself and those who listen to you.