1 Timothy 4:1-7

1The Spirit says clearly that in later times some believers will desert the Christian faith. They will follow spirits that deceive, and they will believe the teachings of demons.

2These people will speak lies disguised as truth. Their consciences have been scarred as if branded by a red-hot iron.

3They will try to stop others from getting married and from eating certain foods. God created food to be received with prayers of thanks by those who believe and know the truth.

4Everything God created is good. Nothing should be rejected if it is received with prayers of thanks.

5God’s word and prayer set it apart as holy.

6You are a good servant of Christ Jesus when you point these things out to our brothers and sisters. Then you will be nourished by the words of the Christian faith and the excellent teachings which you have followed closely.

7Don’t have anything to do with godless myths that old women like to tell. Rather, train yourself to live a godly life.