4 But the Spirit explicitly says
that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying
attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons, 2 by
means of the hypocrisy of liars seared in their own conscience as with a
branding iron, 3 men who forbid
marriage and advocate abstaining from foods which God has
created to be gratefully shared in by those who believe and know the
truth. 4 For everything created by God is
good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude; 5 for
it is sanctified by means of the word of God and prayer.
6 In pointing out these things to the
brethren, you will be a good servant
of Christ Jesus, constantly nourished
on the words of the faith and of the sound doctrine which you have
been following. 7 But have nothing to do
with worldly fables fit only for old women. On the other hand, discipline
yourself for the purpose of godliness; 8 for bodily
discipline is only of little profit, but godliness is profitable for all
things, since it holds promise for the present life and also for
the life to come. 9 It is a
trustworthy statement deserving full acceptance. 10 For it is for this we labour and strive,
because we have fixed our hope on the living God, who is the
Savior of all men, especially of believers.
11 Prescribe and teach these things. 12 Let
no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love,
faith and purity,
show yourself an example of those who believe. 13 Until
I come, give attention to the public reading of
Scripture, to exhortation and teaching. 14 Do
not neglect the spiritual gift within you, which was bestowed on you through prophetic
utterance with the laying on of hands by the presbytery. 15 Take pains with these things; be absorbed in them, so that your
progress will be evident to all. 16 Pay close
attention to yourself and to your teaching; persevere in these things, for as
you do this you will ensure salvation both for yourself and for those who
hear you.
in
all things show yourself to be an example of good deeds, with purity in
doctrine, dignified, 8 sound in speech which is beyond reproach Titus 2:7 Nasb
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