1 Timothy 4:9

9 This saying is reliable and deserves complete acceptance.

1 Timothy 4:9 Meaning and Commentary

1 Timothy 4:9

This is a faithful saying
A true one, and to be believed, that godliness has such promises annexed to it; see ( 1 Peter 3:10 1 Peter 3:11 ) ( Matthew 6:33 ) ( Psalms 84:11 Psalms 84:12 ) . and worthy of all acceptation;
by all godly persons, to encourage them to the exercise of godliness.

1 Timothy 4:9 In-Context

7 But stay away from the godless myths that are passed down from the older women. Train yourself for a holy life!

8 While physical training has some value, training in holy living is useful for everything. It has promise for this life now and the life to come.

9 This saying is reliable and deserves complete acceptance.

10 We work and struggle for this: "Our hope is set on the living God, who is the savior of all people, especially those who believe."

11 Command these things. Teach them.