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2 Timothy 4:3
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For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears;
About 2 Timothy 4:3
Few verses address False Teachers in the Bible and What the Bible Says About Heresy as directly as 2 Timothy 4:3. This New Testament passage from the epistle of 2 Timothy has become a cornerstone of biblical teaching on the subject, treasured for its precision and pastoral warmth.
Related Verses
- 2 Peter 2:1
“But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction.”
- Titus 1:10
“For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision:”
- 2 Corinthians 11:13
“For such are false apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the apostles of Christ.”
- Galatians 1:8
“But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.”
- Acts 20:29
“For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock.”
How to Apply 2 Timothy 4:3
Pray through 2 Timothy 4:3 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of False Teachers in the Bible. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.