1 Timóteo 4:1-10 NVIPT

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Timothy 4:9

9. ( :-). This verse (Greek), "faithful is the saying, " &c. confirms the assertion as to the "promise" attached to "godliness," 1 Timothy 4:8, and forms a prefatory introduction to 1 Timothy 4:8- :, which is joined to 1 Timothy 4:9 by "For." So 2 Timothy 2:11. Godly men seem to suffer loss as to this life: Paul hereby refutes the notion [BENGEL]. "God is the Saviour specially of those that believe" (2 Timothy 2:11- :), both as to "the life that now is," and also as to "the life which is to... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Timothy 4:10

10. therefore—Greek, "with a view to this." The reason why "we both ('both' is omitted in the oldest manuscripts) labor (endure hardship) and suffer reproach (some oldest manuscripts read 'strive') is because we have rested, and do rest our hope, on the living (and therefore, life-giving, :-) God." Saviour—even in this life (1 Timothy 4:8). specially of those that believe—Their "labor and reproach" are not inconsistent with their having from the living God, their Saviour, even the present life... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:1-3

In contrast to the true revelation of God (1 Timothy 3:16), false teaching would arise as time passed. Whether Paul referred to a special revelation he had received by the Holy Spirit or simply to previously revealed revelation ("the Spirit explicitly says") we cannot determine for sure. Nevertheless God had revealed through Christ that as time passed some who held the truth would repudiate it (Matthew 13:21; Matthew 24:10-11; Mark 4:17; Mark 13:22; Luke 8:13; cf. Acts 20:29; 2 Thessalonians... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:1-5

E. The problem of apostasy in the church 4:1-5In this pericope Paul reminded Timothy of the apostasy that Jesus Christ had foretold to equip him to identify and deal with it. [Note: See Barth Campbell, "Rhetorical Design in 1 Timothy 4," Bibliotheca Sacra 154:614 (April-June 1997):189-204.] "1 Timothy 4:1-5 does not begin a new topic. Paul, who has given his instructions on the true understanding of law, grace, and salvation (1 Timothy 1:3 to 1 Timothy 2:7) and on church behavior and leadership... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:4-5

Everything God created is good (1 Timothy 4:4; Genesis 1:31). We can abuse God’s good gifts (e.g., fornication and gluttony), but marriage and food are essentially good, and we should enjoy them with thankfulness to God for giving them. Thankfulness is the only condition connected to their use. This verse is not saying that everything is good for us (poisons, pornography, etc.), only that all God has created is essentially good (Genesis 1:31).When we thank God for His good gifts we remember... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:6

Timothy was to "point out," a very mild approach, the truth about God’s good gifts that Paul had just articulated. Paul considered the Ephesian Christians "brethren," not enemies or antagonists. A faithful servant of Christ must pass along the truth God has revealed without distortion. To be such Timothy would have to continue to nourish himself on the truths of the faith contained in his Bible. He would have to abide in the sound teaching he had received from the Lord and His apostles as he... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:6-16

A. The leader’s personal life and public ministry 4:6-16Having reminded Timothy that the apostasy he was witnessing in Ephesus was not unexpected but prophesied (1 Timothy 4:1-5), the apostle next clarified Timothy’s responsibility in dealing with it (cf. ch. 1). Paul wrote these positive directions to enable Timothy to overcome the influences of the ascetic apostates that threatened the church at Ephesus. He also wrote to remind him of the importance of his personal life and public ministry,... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:6-25

IV. INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LEADERSHIP OF THE LOCAL CHURCH 4:6-5:25Paul proceeded to give some specific instruction about leadership of the church. This included direction concerning the leader’s personal life and public ministry, basic principles of effective interpersonal relationships, and the proper treatment of widows and elders. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Timothy should not become embroiled in refuting the fables of these false teachers (1 Timothy 1:4) that have a certain appeal, but only as curiosities. These fables are godless and worthless.Rather, he should train himself in godliness. This requires rigorous self-discipline. In allowing marriages and eating all kinds of food Paul was not advocating undisciplined Christian living. However, Timothy should direct his discipline at the development of spiritual rather than physical strength.... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:9

The "trustworthy statement" Paul referred to here seems to have been what he had just said (1 Timothy 4:8). Several schools of philosophy in Paul’s day denigrated the excessive physical conditioning that many Greek young men practiced. [Note: Kelly, p. 100.] They believed the development of the inner man was more important. So perhaps this "trustworthy statement" was one that they had popularized. Paul agreed with this viewpoint whatever its source may have been. read more

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Timothy 4:9

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 1 Timothy 4:10

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:4-5

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:6

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:6-25

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 1 Timothy 4:9

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