1 Timothy 6:4c – The Gilded Argument

Picture of a gold plated barrister making an argument in court (Grok)

They have an unhealthy interest in controversies and quarrels about words …that result in envy…

Summary: Words are important, and in this passage, Paul begins to explain why.   

When Paul talks about words that result in envy, my mind immediately goes to the Tenth Commandment: 

“You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.” (Exodus 22:17)

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Philippians 1:17a – Pineapple on Pizza

A slice of Canadian Bacon and pineapple pizza (Pixabay)

The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition…

Summary: This passage provides us with an opportunity to explore the nature of sin and its impact on sharing the Gospel with others. 

How should we understand Paul’s words in this passage? I know that they sound straightforward, but are they? Let’s examine them more closely.

He writes, “The former (those who  preach Christ out of envy and rivalry) preach Christ out of selfish ambition…”

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