This article is an exposition of 1 Timothy 4:12-13.

From 1 Timothy 4:6-9 this article shows that believers are called to live in godliness.

The work of the Spirit as explained in the Pastoral Epistles is examined in this article. The author takes a look at a number of texts that call our attention to the work of the Spirit in prophecy, ministry, and renewal; e.g. 1 Timothy 1:18, 1 Timothy 4:1, 1 Timothy 4:14, 2 Timothy 1:14, Titus 3:5.

The appearance of the Greek word "eusebeia" (godliness) is very frequent in the Pastoral Letters (e.g., 1 Timothy 4:6-10, 1 Timothy 6, 2 Timothy 3). Some theologians interpret this frequent occurrence as a shift in New Testament ethical thinking. This alleged shift occurred because the second coming of Christ did not appear so imminent as was earlier expected.

How can you improve your preaching? It is not by trying tricks, but by being committed to preaching the gospel. Let this article explain from 1 Timothy 4:13-16 how you can make progress.

How can young people live an exemplary life in front of their fellow Christians? Looking at 1 Timothy 4:12 this article explains what it means to live an exemplary life as a youth.

The use of words should be important to every Christian. This article show that every communication reveals something about the state of your heart. So set an example through your speech, as we read in 1 Timothy 4:12.

From 1 Timothy 4:12 this article shows that the conduct of every Christian should be exemplary to other believers. It suggest some ways of living an exemplary life.

Christian love cannot be hidden. From 1 Timothy 4:12 this article shows how a Christian can live a life of exemplary love.

The Christian faith is not something private. Christians ought to show exemplary faith. This is what Paul asked Timothy to show in 1 Timothy 4:12. Let the article explain.

Self-watch is the responsibility God charges every believer with. Such self-watching is in agreement with 1 Timothy 4:16. The article explains.

The author takes a look at the church at Ephesus through the lens of 1 Timothy. Three problems that arose in the life of the church are reflected upon: asceticism (1 Timothy 4:1-5), legalism (1 Timothy 1:3-17), and materialism (1 Timothy 6:3-19).

What is the work of the pastor? This article maintains that a fundamental aspect of the work of the minister is teaching doctrine (1 Timothy 4:13). The author describes what it means to teach doctrine and what this teaching should look like. In order to fulfill this task, the pastor must also value reading.

Looking at 1 Timothy 4:16, this article shows how the pastor should set priorities in his life.