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But you, man of God, flee these things, and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, and gentleness.
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Commentators emphasize that Paul's use of the title "man of God" is a solemn and weighty charge. This term, rooted in the Old Testament for prophets and divine messengers, reminds Timothy (and all believers) of their high calling. It's a call to live a life set apart for God's service, in stark contrast to the false teachers driven by greed. This identity demands a different set of priorities and pursuits.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
But you, man of God, flee these things. These allurements of wealth, and these sad consequences which the love of gold produces.
O man of God (ω ανθρωπε θεου). In N.T. only here and 2 Timothy 3:17, there general and here personal appeal to Timothy…
19th Century
Anglican
For this reason.—Literally, to which—that is, to their being found among the blessed. The “also” serves to emphasize the …
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In contrast to such people, Paul addresses Timothy as “man of God.” This is a common designation for prophets in the OT (e.g., [Reference 1 Samuel …
16th Century
Protestant
But you, O man of God, flee these things. By calling him man of God, he adds weight to the exhortation. If it is thought proper t…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But thou, O man of God Not only by creation, as every man is; nor merely by special grace, as everyone is, that is c…
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It is unbecoming for any men, but especially men of God, to set their hearts on the things of this world; men of God should be occupied with the th…
13th Century
Catholic
Previously, the Apostle showed what kind of gain is suitable for Christians: namely, godliness with contentment. Here he shows that those…
