1 Timothy 4:7-16

Holman Christian Standard Bible

⁷But have nothing to do with irreverent and silly myths.^(A) Rather, train yourself in godliness,^(B) ⁸for

the training of the body has a limited benefit,^(C)
but godliness is beneficial in every way,
since it holds promise for the present life
and also for the life to come.^(D)

⁹This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance.^(E) ¹⁰In fact, we labor and strive^[a] for this, because we have put our hope in the living God,^(F) who is the Savior^(G) of everyone,^(H) especially of those who believe.

Instructions for Ministry

¹¹Command and teach these things. ¹²Let no one despise your youth; instead, you should be an example to the believers in speech,^(I) in conduct,^(J) in love,^[b]^(K) in faith, in purity.^(L) ¹³Until I come,^(M) give your attention to public reading, exhortation, and teaching. ¹⁴Do not neglect the gift that is in you; it was given to you through prophecy,^(N) with the laying on of hands^(O) by the council of elders. ¹⁵Practice these things; be committed to them, so that your progress may be evident to all. ¹⁶Pay close attention to your life and your teaching; persevere in these things, for by doing this you will save^(P) both yourself and your hearers.^(Q)