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:”

"O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called:" - 1 Timothy 6:20
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What does 1 Timothy 6:20 mean?

1 Timothy 6:20 (KJV) says, "O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called." This verse is part of the final exhortations and instructions to Timothy, a young leader in the early Christian…

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Guarding the Treasure of Truth

In the epistle addressed to Timothy, Paul delivers a profound message that remains relevant across centuries. The verse 1 Timothy 6:20 reads, "O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so…

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A Prayer for Integrity and Wisdom in Faith

Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart humbled by the knowledge of Your greatness and Your divine purpose for our lives. As I meditate on the words from 1 Timothy 6:20, where it is written, "O Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane…

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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:"
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1 Timothy 6:6 - "But godliness with contentment is great gain."
1 Timothy 1:20 - "Of whom is Hymenaeus and Alexander; whom I have delivered unto Satan, that they may learn not to blaspheme."
1 Timothy 6:8 - "And having food and raiment let us be therewith content."
"But godliness with contentment is great gain." - 1 Timothy 6:6
1 Timothy 5:20 - "Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear."
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 6:15-16 – "God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords."
1 Timothy 1:6 - "From which some having swerved have turned aside unto vain jangling;"
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 6:19 - "Laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life."
1 Timothy 6:9 - "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,"
2 Timothy 1:6 - "Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands."