1 Timothy 4:8 Meaning
For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
Context Explained
6If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good minister of Jesus Christ, nourished up in the words of faith and of good doctrine, whereunto thou hast attained.
7But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness.
8For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.
9This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation.
10For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Peter 1:3
This verse discusses the importance of godliness, similar to the emphasis on spiritual profit.
1 Timothy 6:6
This verse connects godliness with contentment, reinforcing the value of spiritual over physical exercise.
Romans 12:1
This verse encourages presenting oneself as a living sacrifice, aligning with the pursuit of godliness.
Source: 1 Timothy 4:8