1 Timothy 6:19

“Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.”

"Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life." - 1 Timothy 6:19
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What does 1 Timothy 6:19 mean?

1 Timothy 6:19 (KJV) - "Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life." This verse comes from Paul's first letter to Timothy, in which he addresses the issue of false teachings and the pursuit of wealth. Paul…

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Laying Up Treasures in Eternity

In 1 Timothy 6:19, Paul exhorts Timothy, encouraging him to guide the wealthy among his congregation. The verse states, “Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.” As we delve into this passage, we find…

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A Prayer for Eternal Foundations

Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, we come before You, the Creator of all things, with hearts full of reverence and gratitude. We bow our heads in humility, recognizing Your sovereignty and the unfathomable love You have for Your creation. As we meditate upon the…

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1 Timothy 6:19 - "Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life."
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1 Timothy 6:6 - "But godliness with contentment is great gain."
1 Timothy 6:18-19 - "They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life."
1 Timothy 5:19 - "Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses."
1 Timothy 6:8 - "And having food and raiment let us be therewith content."
1 Timothy 6:20 - "O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called:"
"But godliness with contentment is great gain." - 1 Timothy 6:6
1 Timothy 1:19 - "Holding faith, and a good conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck:"
1 Timothy 6:21 - "Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. Grace be with thee. Amen."
1 Timothy 5:6 - "But she that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth."
1 Timothy 1:6 - "From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling;"
1 Timothy 6:15-16 – "God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords."
1 Timothy 2:6 - "Who gave himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time."
1 Timothy 6:15-16 – "God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords."
1 Timothy 6:15-16 – "God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords."
1 Timothy 6:15-16 – "God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords."
1 Timothy 6:18 - "That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;"
1 Timothy 6:15-16 – "God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords."
1 Timothy 6:7 - "For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out."
1 Timothy 3:6 - "Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil."
1 Timothy 6:14 - "That thou keep this commandment without spot, unrebukeable, until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ:"
1 Timothy 6:1 - "Let as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed."
1 Timothy 6:5 - "Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself."
1 Timothy 6:9 - "But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition."
"And having food and raiment let us be therewith content." - 1 Timothy 6:8
1 Timothy 6:11 - "But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness."
1 Timothy 6:15 - "Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;"
1 Timothy 6:4 - "He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,"