1 Timothy 4:12

God's Word

Don’t let anyone look down on you for being young. Instead, make your speech, behavior, love, faith, and purity an example for other believers.

Cross References

Zechariah 2:4

and said to him, “Run, and say to that young man, ‘Jerusalem will be inhabited like an unwalled village because it will have so many people and animals in it.

Matthew 18:10

“Be careful not to despise these little ones. I can guarantee that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father, who is in heaven.

1 Corinthians 11:1

Imitate me as I imitate Christ.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers and sisters, keep your thoughts on whatever is right or deserves praise: things that are true, honorable, fair, pure, acceptable, or commendable.

1 Thessalonians 1:6

You imitated us and the Lord. In spite of a lot of suffering, you welcomed God’s word with the kind of joy that the Holy Spirit gives.

1 Thessalonians 2:10

You and God are witnesses of how pure, honest, and blameless we were in our dealings with you believers.

1 Timothy 1:14

Our Lord was very kind  to me. Through his kindness he brought me to faith and gave me the love that Christ Jesus shows people.

2 Timothy 2:15

Do your best to present yourself to God as a tried-and-true worker who isn’t ashamed to teach the word of truth correctly.

2 Timothy 2:22

Stay away from lusts which tempt young people. Pursue what has God’s approval. Pursue faith, love, and peace together with those who worship the Lord with a pure heart.

2 Timothy 2:7

Understand what I’m saying. The Lord will help you understand all these things.

Titus 2:15

Tell these things to the believers. Encourage and correct them, using your full authority. Don’t let anyone ignore you.

Titus 2:7

Always set an example by doing good things. When you teach, be an example of moral purity and dignity.

James 3:13

Do any of you have wisdom and insight? Show this by living the right way with the humility that comes from wisdom.

James 3:17

However, the wisdom that comes from above is first of all pure. Then it is peaceful, gentle, obedient, filled with mercy and good deeds, impartial, and sincere.

1 Peter 5:3

Don’t be rulers over the people entrusted to you, but be examples for the flock to follow.