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New Testament
1 Timothy 4
Some Will Fall Away
41The Spirit clearly says that, in later times, some will fall away from the faith, because they devote themselves to deceitful spirits and the doctrines of demons, 2in connection with the hypocrisy of liars, whose own consciences have been seared. 3They forbid people to marry and order them to abstain from foods that God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. 4In fact, everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, 5because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.
A Good Servant of Christ Jesus
6If you point out these things to the brothers,[] you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished by the words of the faith and the good doctrine, which you have followed faithfully. 7Pay no attention to worldly and absurd myths, but train yourself for godliness. 8For bodily training is beneficial to an extent, but godliness is beneficial in all things, because it holds promise both for life now and for the life to come. 9This saying is trustworthy and worthy of all acceptance. 10Indeed, it is for this reason that we work hard and are insulted:[] because we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe.
11Insist on these things and continue teaching them. 12Let no one look down on your youth. Instead, be an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity. 13Until I come, devote yourself to the reading[] of Scripture, to encouraging, and to teaching. 14Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you by prophecy when the elders laid their hands on you. 15Practice these things. Constantly be involved in them, so that everyone may see your progress. 16Pay close attention to yourself and to the doctrine. Persevere in them, because by doing this you will save both yourself and those who listen to you.