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1 Timothy 4:7

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

1 Timothy 4:7

Verse 7 of 16

Scripture focus

But refuse profane and old wives’ fables, and exercise thyself [rather] unto godliness.

1 Timothy 4:7 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on 1 Timothy 4:7

Theological / Devotional

Refuse. The less attention the Christian minister gives to speculative ideas, the more service he will do for all concerned. The Master Shepherd does not intend that His sheep shall become experimental animals on which religious fanatics may try out their ill-conceived theories.

Profane. See on chapter 1:9. Christian ministers are not to concern themselves with secular speculations.

Old wives. Or, “old-womanish,” that is, silly superstitions, which are unworthy of a discerning Christian’s attention.

Exercise. Paul urges Timothy to direct his energies into the positive presentation of the great truths of salvation.

Godliness. The best defense of Christian doctrine is not found in a continued attack upon the current “fables,” but rather in a consistent Christian life (see on chapter 2:2). In addition, the clear, positive presentation of truth which undergirds this genuine Christian experience will be more effective than quibbling over fanciful notions.

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