1 Timothy 4:6-11

Rachel Workman: 6 If you explain these things to the brothers and sisters, Timothy, you will be a worthy servant of Christ Jesus, one who is nourished by the message of faith and the good teaching you have followed. 7 Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives’ tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly. 8 “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” 9 This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it. 10 This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers.

I love this advice. Don't waste time arguing over godless ideals. Our hope is in Christ so why would we waste our energy arguing about ungodly behavior.

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Krista Cook:  We are to be training ourselves as well as teaching others how to run this race as Christians.  The "finish line" is well worth striving for.  

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