4 Now the spirit says explicitly that in the later times some will depart from the faith and occupy themselves with lying spirits and teachings that come from demons, [1332]  2 through the hypocrisy of liars whose consciences are seared.  3 These people forbid marriage and demand abstinence from foods which God created to be eaten with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.  4 For everything created by God is good, and no food should be rejected[1333] if it is received with thanksgiving,  5 because it is made holy by God’s word and by prayer.
    6 By pointing these things out to the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Messiah Jesus, nourished by the words of the faith and of the sound teaching which you followed. 7 But refuse to have anything to do with godless and foolish myths. Rather, train yourself in godliness  8 because: Physical training has limited value, but godliness is valuable in every way as it holds promise for the present life and for the Life to come.  9 This saying is trustworthy and deserves to be fully accepted.  10 That Life is what we are laboring and striving toward, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of believers.
    11 Command and teach these things.  12 Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but be an example for the believers in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity. 13 Until I arrive, give attention to the public reading of Scripture, exhortation, and teaching. 14 Do not neglect your spiritual gift, which was given to you accompanied by prophetic words when the elders laid hands on you. 15 Work hard at these things; devote yourself to them, so that your progress may be visible to everyone. 16 Be conscientious about your life and your teaching. Persevere in this, as by doing so you will save both yourself and those who listen to you.