1 Timothy 1:6
Verse
Context
Correcting False Teachers
5The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.6Some have strayed from these ways and turned aside to empty talk.7They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or that which they so confidently assert.
Sermons
William MacDonald
Anton Bosch
George FoxSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
From which some having swerved - From which some, though they have pretended to aim at the τελος, scope, or mark, have missed that mark. This is the import of the original word αστοχησαντες. Turned aside unto vain jangling - The original term, ματαιολογιαν, signifies empty or vain talking; discourses that turn to no profit; a great many words and little sense; and that sense not worth the pains of hearing. Such, indeed, is all preaching where Jesus Christ is not held forth.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
From which--namely, from a pure heart, good conscience, and faith unfeigned, the well-spring of love. having swerved--literally, "having missed the mark (the 'end') to be aimed at." It is translated, "erred," Ti1 6:21; Ti2 2:18. Instead of aiming at and attaining the graces above named, they "have turned aside (Ti1 5:15; Ti2 4:4; Heb 12:13) unto vain jangling"; literally, "vain talk," about the law and genealogies of angels (Ti1 1:7; Tit 3:9; Tit 1:10); Ti1 6:20, "vain babblings and oppositions." It is the greatest vanity when divine things are not truthfully discussed (Rom 1:21) [BENGEL].
John Gill Bible Commentary
From which some having swerved,.... The apostle, in this verse and the next, describes the persons he suspected of teaching other doctrines, and of introducing fables and endless genealogies; they were such who departed from the above things; they erred from the commandment, or law, notwithstanding their great pretensions to a regard unto it; at least they missed the mark, the end and design of it; they went astray from that, and instead of promoting charity or love, created feuds, contentions, and divisions in the churches; and were far from having a pure heart, being filthy dreamers, and sensual persons, destitute of the Spirit of God, and were such who put away a good conscience, and made shipwreck of faith: such were Hymenaeus, Philetus, Alexander, and others, of whom he also says, they have turned aside to vain jangling; which he elsewhere calls empty talk, and vain babblings, Ti1 6:20, from the solid doctrines of the Gospel, and a solid way of handling them, they turned to vain, idle, useless, and unprofitable subjects of discourse, and to treating upon subjects in a vain, jejune, and empty manner; entertaining their hearers with foolish and trifling questions and answers to them about the law, and with strifes about words, which were unserviceable and unedifying; they were unruly and vain talkers, Tit 1:10.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:6-11 Paul now elaborates on the false teachers and turns their subject matter against them. 1:6 Some people is probably a put-down, demoting the false teachers to a general class of opponents of the Good News (cp. Rom 3:8; 1 Cor 4:18; 2 Cor 3:1; Gal 1:7). • They were professing believers who had missed the whole point of the Good News and had turned away.
1 Timothy 1:6
Correcting False Teachers
5The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.6Some have strayed from these ways and turned aside to empty talk.7They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or that which they so confidently assert.
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Studies in 1 Timothy-05 1 Timothy-5
By William MacDonald1.2K38:37DEU 25:4LUK 10:71TI 5:23The sermon transcript discusses various instructions given by Paul to Timothy on how to behave towards different classes in the Christian family. It begins by addressing the old and young, male and female, emphasizing the importance of showing honor and respect. The transcript then moves on to discussing the care and support of widows, highlighting the responsibility of the church in providing for them. It also touches on the role of elders in the church, emphasizing the need for financial care, caution in appointing men, and the importance of having multiple witnesses in cases of accusation. Overall, the transcript emphasizes the practical advice given by Paul to Timothy for the care of believers in the Christian assembly.
Lest After I Have Preached to Others I Should Be a Castaway
By Keith Daniel8521:18:29MAT 7:21ROM 12:1EPH 4:14EPH 4:27COL 2:71TI 1:61TI 1:19HEB 12:151PE 5:8
This sermon emphasizes the importance of total surrender to God, warning against the dangers of hidden sins, idols, and compromise in the lives of preachers and Christians. It calls for a deep dedication to God, a commitment to daily meditation on His Word, and a vigilant guarding against moral and doctrinal compromise. The speaker urges listeners to steer their roots back to God's Word, good literature, and sound sermons, highlighting the need for a renewed devotion to Christ and a rejection of worldly distractions.
Pure in Heart
By Anton Bosch34840:09PurityMAT 6:33MAT 23:23GAL 5:16EPH 5:261TI 1:41TI 1:61PE 1:22In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of teaching and speaking the truth. He explains that teaching and speaking with love from a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith is essential to avoid straying into false teachings and idle talk. The preacher warns against the dangers of teaching fables and engaging in endless arguments instead of focusing on godly edification. He also highlights the need for a genuine change of heart, emphasizing that external actions are meaningless if the inside remains unchanged. The sermon references verses from the Bible, including Matthew 23:24 and Psalm 51:6, to support these teachings.
Epistle 356
By George Fox0JHN 8:32JHN 17:3ROM 1:16ROM 5:51CO 14:33GAL 5:22EPH 4:211TI 1:6HEB 12:2JAS 3:17George Fox preaches about the importance of living in the truth as revealed by Jesus, which brings peace, freedom, and a peaceable habitation in Christ. He emphasizes the need to be under the grace and truth that comes through Jesus Christ in the new covenant, contrasting it with the world of wickedness. Fox highlights the significance of God's love, the fruits of the Holy Spirit, and the victory that faith in Jesus brings over unpeaceable spirits. He stresses the eternal unity and fellowship found in the glorious gospel of peace and the wisdom of God that justifies and preserves believers above worldly wisdom.
Third Lesson. ‘Pray to Thy Father, Which Is in Secret;’ Or, Alone With God
By Andrew Murray0JER 23:28JHN 14:61TI 1:61TI 6:20The preacher delves into the concept of 'astocheo,' meaning to deviate from truth or miss the mark spiritually. Paul highlights how false teachers strayed from the central truth, leading to a disruption in faith. Emphasizing the importance of handling the Word of Truth accurately, Paul warns against the disastrous consequences of mishandling it. The sermon underscores the significance of staying true to the core teachings and not being led astray by fruitless discussions or false knowledge.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
From which some having swerved - From which some, though they have pretended to aim at the τελος, scope, or mark, have missed that mark. This is the import of the original word αστοχησαντες. Turned aside unto vain jangling - The original term, ματαιολογιαν, signifies empty or vain talking; discourses that turn to no profit; a great many words and little sense; and that sense not worth the pains of hearing. Such, indeed, is all preaching where Jesus Christ is not held forth.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
From which--namely, from a pure heart, good conscience, and faith unfeigned, the well-spring of love. having swerved--literally, "having missed the mark (the 'end') to be aimed at." It is translated, "erred," Ti1 6:21; Ti2 2:18. Instead of aiming at and attaining the graces above named, they "have turned aside (Ti1 5:15; Ti2 4:4; Heb 12:13) unto vain jangling"; literally, "vain talk," about the law and genealogies of angels (Ti1 1:7; Tit 3:9; Tit 1:10); Ti1 6:20, "vain babblings and oppositions." It is the greatest vanity when divine things are not truthfully discussed (Rom 1:21) [BENGEL].
John Gill Bible Commentary
From which some having swerved,.... The apostle, in this verse and the next, describes the persons he suspected of teaching other doctrines, and of introducing fables and endless genealogies; they were such who departed from the above things; they erred from the commandment, or law, notwithstanding their great pretensions to a regard unto it; at least they missed the mark, the end and design of it; they went astray from that, and instead of promoting charity or love, created feuds, contentions, and divisions in the churches; and were far from having a pure heart, being filthy dreamers, and sensual persons, destitute of the Spirit of God, and were such who put away a good conscience, and made shipwreck of faith: such were Hymenaeus, Philetus, Alexander, and others, of whom he also says, they have turned aside to vain jangling; which he elsewhere calls empty talk, and vain babblings, Ti1 6:20, from the solid doctrines of the Gospel, and a solid way of handling them, they turned to vain, idle, useless, and unprofitable subjects of discourse, and to treating upon subjects in a vain, jejune, and empty manner; entertaining their hearers with foolish and trifling questions and answers to them about the law, and with strifes about words, which were unserviceable and unedifying; they were unruly and vain talkers, Tit 1:10.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:6-11 Paul now elaborates on the false teachers and turns their subject matter against them. 1:6 Some people is probably a put-down, demoting the false teachers to a general class of opponents of the Good News (cp. Rom 3:8; 1 Cor 4:18; 2 Cor 3:1; Gal 1:7). • They were professing believers who had missed the whole point of the Good News and had turned away.