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Read I Timothy 6:1-21 “Guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge.” (I Timothy 6:20) Thoughts… Have you ever been around someone who enjoys arguing over minor details, relishes ridiculous theological debates, or tries to impress you with [...]
Read I Timothy 5:1-25 “Those who won’t care for their relatives, especially those in their own household, have denied the true faith. Such people are worse than unbelievers.” (I Timothy 5:8) Thoughts… As family structures are weakened in a society, greater and greater pressure is put on the government, the [...]
Read I Timothy 4:1-16, Philippians 3:7-21 “Train yourself to be godly. Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” (I Timothy 4:7-8) Thoughts… I like the way the Message Bible renders this verse: “Exercise daily in [...]
Read I Timothy 3:1-16 “I am writing these things to you now…so…you will know how people must conduct themselves in the household of God.” (I Timothy 3:14-15) Thoughts… One of the big differences I have noticed between my parents (they are now in their 70’s) and me (I am not [...]
Read I Timothy 2:1-15 “I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Savior.” (I Timothy 2:1-3) [...]
Read I Timothy 1:1-20 “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe [...]
Ray Noah
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