1 Timothy 4:9 web — This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance.

World English Bible

"This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance."

— 1 Timothy 4:9, World English Bible

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1 Timothy 4 — Context

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If you instruct the brothers of these things, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished in the words of the faith, and of the good doctrine which you have followed.

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But refuse profane and old wives' fables. Exercise yourself toward godliness.

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For bodily exercise has some value, but godliness has value in all things, having the promise of the life which is now, and of that which is to come.

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This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance.

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For to this end we both labor and suffer reproach, because we have set our trust in the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of those who believe.

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Command and teach these things.

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Let no man despise your youth; but be an example to those who believe, in word, in your way of life, in love, in spirit, in faith, and in purity.

1 Timothy 4:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 1 Timothy 4:9 say?
1 Timothy 4:9 in the World English Bible reads: “This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance.”
Where is 1 Timothy 4:9 in the Bible?
1 Timothy 4:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 4, verse 9.
Who wrote 1 Timothy?
1 Timothy is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 62–66.
What is the book of 1 Timothy about?
The first of the "Pastoral Epistles" — Paul's how-to for the young pastor Timothy at Ephesus. He addresses false teachers, qualifications for elders and deacons, the role of men and women in worship, the use of money, and the steady call of gospel ministry.
What are the major themes of 1 Timothy?
1 Timothy explores themes including Sound Doctrine, Pastoral Care, Church Order, Godliness, Contentment. These themes shape the meaning and context of 1 Timothy 4:9.
What translation should I read 1 Timothy 4:9 in?
1 Timothy 4:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 1 Timothy 4:9?
1 Timothy 4:9 reads (WEB): “This saying is faithful and worthy of all acceptance.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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