BE NOT HIGHMINDED

1Ti 6:17-21  “Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; Laying up in store for themselves a … Continue reading BE NOT HIGHMINDED

KEEP THIS COMMANDMENT

1Ti 6:13-16  “I give thee charge in the sight of God, who quickeneth all things, and before Christ Jesus, who before Pontius Pilate witnessed a good confession; That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable, until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ: Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, … Continue reading KEEP THIS COMMANDMENT

THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH

1Ti 6:11-12  “But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.” In the previous verses, Paul has talked about the love of … Continue reading THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH

THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL

1Ti 6:7-10  “For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. For the love of … Continue reading THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL

IF ANY MAN TEACH OTHERWISE

1Ti 6:3-6  “If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness; He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings, Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, … Continue reading IF ANY MAN TEACH OTHERWISE

COUNT THEIR OWN MASTERS WORTHY

1Ti 6:1-2  “Let as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed. And they that have believing masters, let them not despise them, because they are brethren; but rather do them service, because they are faithful and beloved, … Continue reading COUNT THEIR OWN MASTERS WORTHY

WITHOUT PREFERRING ONE BEFORE ANOTHER

1Ti 5:21-25  “I charge thee before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, and the elect angels, that thou observe these things without preferring one before another, doing nothing by partiality. Lay hands suddenly on no man, neither be partaker of other men's sins: keep thyself pure. Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy … Continue reading WITHOUT PREFERRING ONE BEFORE ANOTHER

ELDERS THAT RULE WELL

1Ti 5:17-20  “Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward. Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or … Continue reading ELDERS THAT RULE WELL

THEY LEARN TO BE IDLE

1Ti 5:13-16  “And withal they learn to be idle, wandering about from house to house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busybodies, speaking things which they ought not. I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully. For some are already turned … Continue reading THEY LEARN TO BE IDLE

WELL REPORTED OF

1Ti 5:9-12  “Let not a widow be taken into the number under threescore years old, having been the wife of one man, Well reported of for good works; if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints' feet, if she have relieved the afflicted, if she have diligently … Continue reading WELL REPORTED OF