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A Charge Before God
Paul frames his command to Timothy as a solemn charge given “in the sight of God.” Commentators explain this is meant to inspire unwavering commitment. The Christian life is not lived in private but before an all-powerful God who gives life and a Savior who has modeled perfect faithfulness. This divine audience is the ultimate motivation to persevere.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Timothy 6:13
18th Century
Theologian
I give thee charge in the sight of God (see 1 Timothy 5:21).
Who quickeneth all things. Who gives life
AT Robertson
On 1 Timothy 6:13
Who quickeneth all things (του ζωογονουντος τα παντα). Present active participle of ζωογονεω (ζωογονος, from ζωοσ, γενω), late wor…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Timothy 6:13
19th Century
Bishop
I give you charge in the sight of God.—Better rendered, I charge you in the sight of God. If possible, with increased ear…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Timothy 6:13
Typically, Paul appeals to God, who “gives life to everything,” and to Christ Jesus, who himself made a good confession while testifying before Pon…
John Calvin
On 1 Timothy 6:13
16th Century
Theologian
I charge you The great vehemence of this solemn appeal, which Paul employs, is a proof of how rare and difficult a virtue it is to perseve…
John Gill
On 1 Timothy 6:13
17th Century
Pastor
I give you charge in the sight of God
Who is omniscient and omnipotent:
who quickens all things
Matthew Henry
On 1 Timothy 6:11–16
17th Century
Minister
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…