1 Timothy 4:1-8 ▼

1 Now the Spirit says clearly that in the last times some people will abandon the faith by following deceitful spirits, the teachings of demons,

2 and the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences have been burned by a hot iron.

3 They will try to stop people from marrying and from eating certain foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.

4 For everything God created is good, and nothing should be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving,

5 because it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.

6 If you continue to point these things out to the brothers, you will be a good servant of the Messiah Jesus, nourished by the words of the faith and the healthy teaching that you have followed closely.

7 Do not have anything to do with godless myths and fables of old women. Instead, train yourself to be godly.

8 Physical exercise is of limited value, but Godliness is very dear, a pledge of life, both there and here.