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1 Timothy · read by William MacDonald
101 verses, in order. Only the verses William read aloud are shown.
1 Timothy 1
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To Timothy, my true child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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As I urged you on my departure to Macedonia, you should stay on at Ephesus to instruct certain men not to teach false doctrinesRead from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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Some have strayed from these ways and turned aside to empty talk.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or that which they so confidently assert.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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Now we know that the law is good, if one uses it legitimately.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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We realize that law is not enacted for the righteous, but for the lawless and rebellious, for the ungodly and sinful, for the unholy and profane, for killers of father or mother, for murderers,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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for the sexually immoral, for homosexuals, for slave traders and liars and perjurers, and for anyone else who is averse to sound teachingRead from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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that agrees with the glorious gospel of the blessed God, with which I have been entrusted.Read from NKJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, that He considered me faithful and appointed me to service.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and a violent man; yet because I had acted in ignorance and unbelief, I was shown mercy.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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And the grace of our Lord overflowed to me, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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This is a trustworthy saying, worthy of full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the worst.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
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Timothy, my child, I entrust you with this command in keeping with the previous prophecies about you, so that by them you may fight the good fight,Read from KJV · Studies in 2 Timothy-02 2 Timothy-2
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Among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-01 1 Timothy-1
1 Timothy 2
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First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone—Read from KJV · Lake Geneva Bible Conference 1984-06 1 Timothy 2:15
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for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.Read from KJV · Lake Geneva Bible Conference 1984-06 1 Timothy 2:15
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This is good and pleasing in the sight of God our Savior,Read from NASB1995 · Lake Geneva Bible Conference 1984-06 1 Timothy 2:15
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who wants everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-02 1 Timothy-2
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For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,Read from NKJV · Lake Geneva Bible Conference 1984-06 1 Timothy 2:15
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who gave Himself as a ransom for all—the testimony that was given at just the right time.Read from NKJV · Lake Geneva Bible Conference 1984-06 1 Timothy 2:15
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For this reason I was appointed as a preacher, an apostle, and a faithful and true teacher of the Gentiles. I am telling the truth; I am not lying about anything.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-02 1 Timothy-2
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Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting up holy hands, without anger or dissension.Read from NKJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-02 1 Timothy-2
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Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty, and with self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-02 1 Timothy-2
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but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God.Read from KJV · Holy Spirit 8
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A woman must learn in quietness and full submissiveness.Read from NKJV · Christ's Plan for the Church - Part 3
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I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; she is to remain quiet.Read from KJV · Lake Geneva Bible Conference 1984-06 1 Timothy 2:15
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And it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman who was deceived and fell into transgression.Read from KJV · Holy Spirit 8
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Women, however, will be saved through childbearing, if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control.Read from NKJV · 2 Timothy - Part 2
1 Timothy 3
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This is a trustworthy saying: If anyone aspires to be an overseer, he desires a noble task.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of but one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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not dependent on wine, not violent but gentle, peaceable, and free of the love of money.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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An overseer must manage his own household well and keep his children under control, with complete dignity.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same condemnation as the devil.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued or given to much wine or greedy for money.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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They must hold to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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Additionally, they must first be tested. Then, if they are above reproach, let them serve as deacons.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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In the same way, the women must be dignified, not slanderers, but temperate and faithful in all things.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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A deacon must be the husband of but one wife, a good manager of his children and of his own household.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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For those who have served well as deacons acquire for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these thingsRead from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
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in case I am delayed, so that you will know how each one must conduct himself in God's household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.Read from NKJV · Cincinatti Missions 1993 Conference Commitment to the Assembly
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By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in glory.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-03 1 Timothy-3
1 Timothy 4
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Now the Spirit expressly states that in later times some will abandon the faith to follow deceitful spirits and the teachings of demons,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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They will prohibit marriage and require abstinence from certain foods that God has created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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For every creation of God is good, and nothing that is received with thanksgiving should be rejected,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.Read from NKJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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For physical exercise is of limited value, but godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for the present life and for the one to come.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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This is a trustworthy saying, worthy of full acceptance.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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To this end we labor and strive, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of everyone, and especially of those who believe.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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Let no one despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
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Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given you through the prophecy spoken over you at the laying on of the hands of the elders.Read from KJV · Studies in 2 Timothy-02 2 Timothy-2
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Pay close attention to your life and to your teaching. Persevere in these things, for by so doing you will save both yourself and those who hear you.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-04 1 Timothy-4
1 Timothy 5
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Do not rebuke an older man, but appeal to him as to a father. Treat younger men as brothers,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters, with absolute purity.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they must first learn to show godliness to their own family and repay their parents, for this is pleasing in the sight of God.Read from NKJV · Seek Ye First Matt 6:25-34
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The widow who is truly in need and left all alone puts her hope in God and continues night and day in her petitions and prayers.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-03 True Discipleship
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But she who lives for pleasure is dead even while she is still alive.Read from NKJV · Seek Ye First Matt 6:25-34
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Give these instructions to the believers, so that they will be above reproach.Read from NKJV · Seek Ye First Matt 6:25-34
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If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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A widow should be enrolled if she is at least sixty years old, the wife of one man,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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But refuse to enroll younger widows. For when their passions draw them away from Christ, they will want to marry,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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and thus will incur judgment because they are setting aside their first faith.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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At the same time they will also learn to be idle, going from house to house and being not only idle, but also gossips and busybodies, discussing things they should not mention.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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So I advise the younger widows to marry, have children, and manage their households, denying the adversary occasion for slander.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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For some have already turned aside to follow Satan.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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If any believing woman has dependent widows, she must assist them and not allow the church to be burdened, so that it can help the widows who are truly in need.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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For the Scripture says, "Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain," and, "The worker is worthy of his wages."Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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Do not entertain an accusation against an elder, except on the testimony of two or three witnesses.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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But those who persist in sin should be rebuked in front of everyone, so that the others will stand in fear of sin.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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I solemnly charge you before God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels to maintain these principles without bias, and to do nothing out of partiality.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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Do not be too quick in the laying on of hands and thereby share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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Stop drinking only water and use a little wine instead, because of your stomach and your frequent ailments.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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The sins of some men are obvious, going ahead of them to judgment; but the sins of others do not surface until later.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
1 Timothy 6
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All who are under the yoke of slavery should regard their masters as fully worthy of honor, so that God's name and our teaching will not be discredited.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
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Those who have believing masters should not show disrespect because they are brothers, but should serve them all the more, since those receiving their good service are beloved believers. Teach and encourage these principles.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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If anyone teaches another doctrine and disagrees with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and with godly teaching,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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he is conceited and understands nothing. Instead, he has an unhealthy interest in controversies and semantics, out of which come envy, strife, abusive talk, evil suspicions,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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and constant friction between men of depraved mind who are devoid of the truth. These men regard godliness as a means of gain.Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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Of course, godliness with contentment is great gain.Read from ESV · Marks of True Children of God - Part 3
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For we brought nothing into the world, so we cannot carry anything out of it.Read from NKJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these.Read from KJV · Priorities 02 Eph 4
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Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship
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For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship
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But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-15 True Discipleship
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Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called when you made the good confession before many witnesses.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-15 True Discipleship
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I charge you in the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who made the good confession in His testimony before Pontius Pilate:Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship
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Keep this commandment without stain or reproach until the appearance of our Lord Jesus Christ,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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which the blessed and only Sovereign One—the King of kings and Lord of lords—will bring about in His own time.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship
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He alone is immortal and dwells in unapproachable light. No one has ever seen Him, nor can anyone see Him. To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship
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Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-15 True Discipleship
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Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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treasuring up for themselves a firm foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship
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O Timothy, guard what has been entrusted to you. Avoid irreverent, empty chatter and the opposing arguments of so-called "knowledge,"Read from KJV · Studies in 1 Timothy-06 1 Timothy-6
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which some have professed and thus swerved away from the faith. Grace be with you all.Read from NKJV · The True Discipleship Broadcast-1983-14 True Discipleship