"But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness." 1 Timothy 6:11 Paul tells Timothy to flee all of this. What is "this"? Looking back at the previous few verses, it is the things of this world. It is wealth, false teaching, and other harmful desires.... Continue Reading →
1 Timothy 4:8 The Best Training
"For physical training if of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come." 1 Timothy 4:8 Many people love to workout. They will go to the gym for various reasons. Some do it so that they will look good physically. Others do... Continue Reading →
1 Timothy 4:1-2 A Burnt Conscience
"The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons. Such teachings come through hypocritical liars, whose consciences have been seared as with a hot iron." 1 Timothy 4:1-2 All throughout time there have been people who have been followers of Jesus that... Continue Reading →
1 Timothy 3:8 Worthy Of Respect
"In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain." 1 Timothy 3:8 Paul had just given an extensive list of qualifications for an overseer or pastor. He now talks about the deacons. He gives them the same requirements. It is easy for... Continue Reading →
1 Timothy 2:3-4 What God Wants
"This is good, and pleases God our Savior, who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth." 1 Timothy 2:3-4 Paul is stating that something is good. What is this good thing? It is the praying for everyone and giving thanks for everyone for the purpose of leading... Continue Reading →
