Cross-References — 1 Timothy 4
6 pairs
1 Timothy 4:4referencesGenesis 1:31
1 Timothy 4:4 states that everything created by God is good, echoing Genesis 1:31 where God saw all that He had made, and it was very good.
Thematic focusCreation, Goodness of God.
1 Timothy 4:7references2 Timothy 2:16
1 Timothy 4:7 advises to avoid profane and old wives' fables, similar to 2 Timothy 2:16 which warns against profane and vain babblings.
Thematic focusSound Doctrine, Avoiding Falsehood.
1 Timothy 4:8references1 Corinthians 9:25
1 Timothy 4:8 contrasts bodily exercise with godliness, which has eternal value, similar to 1 Corinthians 9:25 where Paul speaks of striving for an imperishable crown.
Thematic focusGodliness, Eternal Perspective.
1 Timothy 4:12referencesTitus 2:7-8
1 Timothy 4:12 encourages Timothy to be an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity, similar to Titus 2:7-8 which urges believers to show integrity and soundness of speech.
Thematic focusChristian Conduct, Example.
1 Timothy 4:16referencesActs 20:28
1 Timothy 4:16 emphasizes the importance of watching one's life and doctrine closely, akin to Acts 20:28 where Paul instructs the elders to keep watch over themselves and the flock.
Thematic focusDoctrine, Vigilance.