1 Timothy, 6

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Paul exhorts Timothy to instruct the wealthy in the church to be content, to not trust in their wealth, and to put their hope in God. He also reminds Timothy of the superiority of Christ and the gospel.

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Money, Contentment, and Christ

1 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.

2 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, partakers of the benefit. These things teach and exhort.

3 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;

4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,

5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.

7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.

8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.

9 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.

10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness.

12 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.

13 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;

14 That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable, until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ:

15 Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;

16 Who only hath immortality, dwelling in the light which no man can approach unto; whom no man hath seen, nor can see: to whom be honour and power everlasting. Amen.

17 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;

18 That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

19 Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.

20 O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called:

21 Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen.

Commentary

1 Timothy 6 is a chapter that speaks to the importance of living a life of godliness and contentment. Paul begins by warning Timothy against the false teachings of those who are trying to lead people away from the truth. He encourages Timothy to remain steadfast in his faith and to not be swayed by the false teachings of those who are trying to lead people astray. He then goes on to remind Timothy of the importance of living a life of godliness and contentment. He encourages Timothy to be content with what he has and to not be driven by the desire for wealth and material possessions. Paul also reminds Timothy of the importance of living a life of good works and of being generous to those in need. Finally, Paul reminds Timothy of the importance of living a life of faith and of trusting in God. Overall, this chapter is a reminder to Timothy and to all believers of the importance of living a life of godliness and contentment. It is a reminder that our focus should be on living a life of faith and of trusting in God, rather than on the pursuit of wealth and material possessions. It is a reminder that we should be generous to those in need and that we should be content with what we have. This chapter is a reminder that our focus should be on living a life of faith and of trusting in God, rather than on the pursuit of wealth and material possessions.