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12 Απρ 2013 · Paul has just (6:3-5) confronted the false teachers who supposed that godliness was a means of (material) gain. But then with a play of words, he clarifies that godliness is actually a means of great gain, when accompanied by contentment (v. 6).
(1 Timothy 6:7-8) The heart of contentment. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content.
New International Version. 6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. 8 But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. Read full chapter.
OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS CHAPTER. To note the warnings about being obsessed with disputes and arguments over words, wranglings of men, etc. To appreciate the counsel given to those who desire to be rich, and to those who are rich. To consider what the man of God is expected to flee and to pursue.
LESSON - 1 Timothy 6:6-8 (NIV based) THEME - Contentment ----- Q: What is your purpose in life? What are you working the hardest at, spending the most time at achieving? What is the main thing you seek out of life? goals? (Matt. 6:21 where treasure -> heart also) Illus: show newspaper clippings of new car, van, home
David Guzik commentary on 1 Timothy 6, where Paul warns Timothy about the danger of riches for the Christian, and where he exalts God above all.
1) What did today’s Bible study make you think or feel? 2) What questions do you have? 3) How can you apply what you have learned to something specific in your life?
