1 Timothy 4:7

The Passion Translation

Be quick to abstain from senseless traditions and legends, but instead be engaged in the training of truth that brings righteousness.

Cross References

1 Timothy 1:4

nor pay any attention to cultural myths, traditions, or the endless study of genealogies. Those digressions only breed controversies and debates. They are devoid of power that builds up and strengthens the church in the faith of God.

2 Timothy 2:16

And avoid empty chatter and worthless words, for they simply add to the irreverence of those who converse in that manner.

Titus 2:12

This same grace teaches us how to live each day as we turn our backs on ungodliness and indulgent lifestyles, and it equips us to live self-controlled, upright, godly lives in this present age.

Titus 3:9

But avoid useless controversies, genealogies, pointless quarrels, and arguments over the law, which will get you nowhere.

Hebrews 5:14

But solid food is for the mature, whose spiritual senses perceive heavenly matters. And they have been adequately trained by what they’ve experienced to emerge with understanding of the difference between what is truly excellent and what is evil and harmful.

2 Timothy 2:23

Stay away from all the foolish arguments of the immature, for these disputes will only generate more conflict.

2 Timothy 4:4

They will close their ears to the truth and believe nothing but fables and myths.

1 Timothy 6:11

Timothy, you are God’s man, so run from all these errors. Instead, chase after true holiness, justice, faithfulness, love, hope, and tender humility.

Acts 24:16

That’s why I seek with all my heart to have a clean conscience toward God and toward others.

1 Timothy 6:20

So, my son Timothy, don’t forget all that has been deposited within you. Escape from the empty echoes of men and the perversion of twisted reasoning.

Titus 1:14

Instruct them not to pay any attention to Jewish myths or follow the teachings of those who reject the truth.

2 Timothy 3:12

For all who choose to live godly as worshipers of Jesus, the Anointed One, will also experience persecution.

1 Timothy 3:16

For the mystery of righteousness is beyond all question! He was revealed as a human being, and as our great High Priest in the Spirit! Angels gazed upon him as a man and the glorious message of his kingly rulership is being preached to the nations! Many have believed in him and he has been taken back to heaven, and has ascended into the place of exalted glory in the heavenly realm. Yes, great is this mystery of righteousness!

1 Timothy 2:10

But they should be recognized instead by their beautiful deeds of kindness, suitable as one who worships God.

1 Timothy 1:9

but actually, the law was not established for righteous people, but to bring conviction of sin to the unrighteous. The law was established to bring the revelation of sin to the evildoers and rebellious, the sinners without God, those who are vicious and perverse, and to those who strike their father or their mother, sinners, murderers,

1 Timothy 4:8

For athletic training only benefits you for a short season, but righteousness brings lasting benefit in everything; for righteousness contains the promise of life, for time and eternity.

1 Timothy 6:3

But if anyone spreads false teaching that does not agree with the healthy instruction of our Lord Jesus, teaching others that holy awe of God is not important, then they prove they know nothing at all! It’s obvious they don’t value or hold dear the healing words of our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Timothy 6:5

They add misery to many lives by corrupting their minds and cheating them of the truth. They equate the worship of God with making great sums of money.

2 Timothy 3:5

They may pretend to have a respect for God, but in reality they want nothing to do with God’s power. Stay away from people like these!