<TITLE>1 Timothy 4</TITLE>
                1 Timothy 4

[1]Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons, [2]through the insincerity of liars whose consciences are seared, [3]who forbid marriage and require abstinence from foods that God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. [4]For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, [5]for it is made holy by the word of God and prayer.

[6]If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed. [7]Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness; [8]for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. [9]The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance. [10]For to this end we toil and strive, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe.

[11]Command and teach these things. [12]Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. [13]Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. [14]Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophecy when the council of elders laid their hands on you. [15]Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that all may see your progress. [16]Keep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching. Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers.


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