1 Timothy 4:7-16

7But have nothing to do with pointless and silly myths. Rather, train yourself in godliness.

8For the training of the body has limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.

9This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance.

10For this reason we labor and strive, because we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe.

11Command and teach these things.

12Don’t let anyone despise your youth, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.

13Until I come, give your attention to public reading, exhortation, and teaching.

14Don’t neglect the gift that is in you; it was given to you through prophecy, with the laying on of hands by the council of elders.

15Practice these things; be committed to them, so that your progress may be evident to all.

16Pay close attention to your life and your teaching; persevere in these things, for in doing this you will save both yourself and your hearers.