1 Timothy 6:17
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 1 Timothy 6:17 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
1 Timothy 6:17 is a verse from the book of 1 Timothy in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living G..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
1 Timothy 6:17 — KJV
“Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches”
— 1 Timothy 6:17 (KJV)
1 Timothy 6:17 in Context — About the Book of 1 Timothy
1 Timothy is a veteran's field manual for a young pastor in Ephesus — sound doctrine, qualified leaders, care for widows, contentment over the love of money, and fighting the good fight of faith. It urges prayers for kings and all in authority so believers can live peaceful, godly lives.
Cross-References for 1 Timothy 6:17
“And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful. lusts: or, inordinate desires”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 6:17: rich, world, nor
“And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; long life: Heb. many days discern: Heb. hear”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 6:17: rich, nor, riches
“And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king:”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 6:17: rich, nor, riches
“Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness. wickedness: or, substance”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 6:17: rich, trust, riches
“Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.”
Shares key themes with 1 Timothy 6:17: rich, world, riches
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