| [an error occurred while processing this directive] | New Living Translation |
| 1[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 1Now the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last times some will turn away from the true faith; they will follow deceptive spirits and teachings that come from demons. |
| 2[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 2These people are hypocrites and liars, and their consciences are dead. |
| 3[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 3They will say it is wrong to be married and wrong to eat certain foods. But God created those foods to be eaten with thanks by faithful people who know the truth. |
| 4[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 4Since everything God created is good, we should not reject any of it but receive it with thanks. |
| 5[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 5For we know it is made acceptable by the word of God and prayer. A Good Servant of Christ Jesus |
| 6[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 6If you explain these things to the brothers and sisters, Timothy, you will be a worthy servant of Christ Jesus, one who is nourished by the message of faith and the good teaching you have followed. |
| 7[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 7Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives’ tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly. |
| 8[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 8“Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” |
| 9[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 9This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it. |
| 10[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 10This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers. |
| 11[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 11Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them. |
| 12[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 12Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. |
| 13[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 13Until I get there, focus on reading the Scriptures to the church, encouraging the believers, and teaching them. |
| 14[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 14Do not neglect the spiritual gift you received through the prophecy spoken over you when the elders of the church laid their hands on you. |
| 15[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 15Give your complete attention to these matters. Throw yourself into your tasks so that everyone will see your progress. |
| 16[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 16Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you. |
| [an error occurred while processing this directive] | Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved. |
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