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13. I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and an arrogant man, but I have been mercifully treated because I acted out of ignorance in my unbelief.
13. I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and an arrogant man, but I have been mercifully treated because I acted out of ignorance in my unbelief.
1 Timothy 1 is a chapter that talks about the importance of the correct teaching of doctrine and the danger of empty and unfounded theological speculation. It is also emphasized the role of the law in the condemnation of sinners and how God's grace through Jesus Christ is sufficient to save them. Following are five verses related to these themes:
Romans 6:14: "For sin will have no dominion over you, for you are not under the law, but under grace." This verse talks about how the law is not the means to justification, but the grace of God through Jesus Christ, which sets us free from the power of sin.
2 Timothy 2:15: "Try to introduce you to God approved, as a worker who does not have to be ashamed, which manages the word of truth well." This verse emphasizes the importance of careful and accurate study of Scripture for the correct teaching of doctrine and godly life.
2 Peter 1:20-21: "Knowing this first: that no prophecy of Scripture is of particular interpretation. For prophecy was never produced by the will of men, but the holy men from God spoke moved by the Holy Spirit." This verse reinforces the importance of the careful and responsible interpretation of Scripture, reminding us that God's Word is inspired by the Holy Spirit and must be read and interpreted in harmony with its general purpose.
1 Corinthians 2:2: "For I proposed nothing to know among you but Jesus Christ and this crucified." This verse highlights the centrality of Christ and his redemptive work in the Christian message, and the importance of not deviating for meaningless theological speculation.
1 John 1:9: "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and purify us from all injustice." This verse highlights the importance of God's confession and forgiveness through Jesus Christ, reminding us that our salvation is based on His grace and mercy, not our own merits.
“Vive-se de fé, não de sonhos.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
