1 Timothy 4
Beware of MythsHave nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness. – 1 Timothy 4:7 A myth is a widely held but false idea. Myths distract us from the truth. Here are some examples: Myth: Once we become Christian, all our sins are covered and we
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Devotional1 Timothy 3
Qualification of Church LeadersOverseers above reproachhusband of one wifesober-mindedself-controlledrespectablehospitableable to teachnot a drunkardnot violent but gentlenot quarrelsomenot a lover of moneymust manage own household wellmaintains dignity with submissive childrennot a recent convertwell thought of by outsidersDeacons dignifiednot double-tonguednot addicted to much winenot greedy for dishonest gainmust hold the mystery of
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Devotional1 Timothy 2
Pray for All PeopleFirst of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. – 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Pray not
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Devotional1 Timothy 1
Don't Let Debate Distract You[Charge them] not to devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies, which promote speculation rather than the stewardship from God that is by faith. – 1 Timothy 1:4 Certain persons, by swerving from these, have wandered away into vain discussions, desiring to be teachers of
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Devotional2 Thessalonians 3
Don't Be IdleNow we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you keep away from any brother who is walking in idleness and not in accord with the tradition that you received from us. – 2 Thessalonians 3:6 Idleness means having nothing to do. This
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Devotional2 Thessalonians 2
Beware of FraudWe ask you, brothers, not to be quickly shaken in mind or alarmed, either by a spirit or a spoken word, or a letter seeming to be from us, to the effect that the day of the Lord has come. Let no one deceive you in any way.
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Devotional2 Thessalonians 1
Affliction and ReliefSince indeed God considers it just to repay with affliction those who afflict you, and to grant relief to you who are afflicted as well as to us... (1:6-7) 3 truths from this verse: 1. The World Inflicts Affliction Toward Us We live in a world where
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Devotional1 Thessalonians 5
Of Light, Not Darkness"But you are not in darkness, brothers, for that day to surprise you like a thief. For you are all children of light, children of the day. We are not of the night or of the darkness." – 1 Thessalonians 5:4-5 There's a clear distinction between
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