1 Timothy 4:7

The Text-Critical English New Testament

Have nothing to do with profane myths and old wives' tales. Rather train yoʋrself for godliness.

Cross References

Acts 24:16

Because of this I strive the way I do, always having a clear conscience before God and men.

1 Timothy 1:4

or to occupy themselves with myths and endless genealogies, which promote disputes rather than the plan of God that operates by faith.

1 Timothy 1:9

We know that the law is not laid down for the righteous, but for the lawless and rebellious, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who kill their father or mother, for murderers,

1 Timothy 2:10

but with good works, which is proper for women who profess godly reverence.

1 Timothy 3:16

Beyond all question, great is the mystery of godliness: God was revealed in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among nations, believed on in the world, and taken up in glory.

1 Timothy 4:8

For bodily training is beneficial to a certain extent, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for both the present life and the life to come.

1 Timothy 6:11

But as for yoʋ, O man of God, flee from these things, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faithfulness, love, endurance, and gentleness.

1 Timothy 6:20

O Timothy, guard what has been entrusted to yoʋ and avoid the profane chatter and counterarguments of what is falsely called “knowledge.”

1 Timothy 6:3

If anyone teaches a different doctrine and does not agree with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and the teaching that is in accordance with godliness,

1 Timothy 6:5

and constant disagreement among people who are depraved in mind and deprived of the truth, supposing that godliness is a means of gain. Keep away from such people.

2 Timothy 2:16

Avoid profane chatter, for those who engage in such talk will stray further and further into ungodliness,

2 Timothy 2:23

Have nothing to do with foolish and ignorant controversies, knowing that they breed quarrels.

2 Timothy 3:12

Indeed, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.

2 Timothy 3:5

having a form of godliness but denying its power. Avoid such people.

2 Timothy 4:4

They will turn their ears away from the truth and be turned aside to myths.

Titus 1:14

not paying any attention to Jewish myths or the commandments of men who turn away from the truth.

Titus 2:12

instructing us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts and to live in a sensible, righteous, and godly manner in the present age,

Titus 3:9

But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, quarrels, and disputes about the law, for they are unprofitable and futile.

Hebrews 5:14

But solid food is for the mature, whose faculties have been trained by practice to distinguish between good and evil.