Now Paul gives Timothy advice concerning slavery. "Slaves should respect their masters especially if they are Christians... he who teaches false doctrines is conceited and understands nothing... but godliness with contentment is great gain... if we have food and clothing we will be content with that... people who want to get rich fall into a trap and plunge into ruin and destruction... for the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil... and some people eager for money have wandered from the faith... but you man of God flee from all this... pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness... fight the good fight of faith... keep the commandment until the coming of the Lord... to him be honour and might forever... command the rich not to be arrogant and not put their hope in wealth... but put their hope in God... may the rich do good and be rich in good deeds... be generous and willing to share... and thus you lay up treasure for the coming age... Timothy guard what has been entrusted to you... steer clear of godless chatter... Grace be with you".
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