1 Timothy 1:8
1 Timothy · New Testament · Chapter 1
“But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully;”1 Timothy 1:8
What Does 1 Timothy 1:8 Mean?
1 Timothy 1:8 is found in the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 1, verse 8 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 13 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (13)
These passages are connected to 1 Timothy 1:8 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Romans 7:12“Wherefore the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.”Galatians 3:19“Wherefore then serveth the law? It was added because of transgressions, till the seed should come to whom the promise was made; and it was ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator.”Psalms 19:7“The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.”Romans 7:16“If then I do that which I would not, I consent unto the law that it is good.”2 Timothy 2:5“And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.”Psalms 119:127“Therefore I love thy commandments above gold; yea, above fine gold.”Galatians 3:21“Is the law then against the promises of God? God forbid: for if there had been a law given which could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law.”Nehemiah 9:13“Thou camest down also upon mount Sinai, and spakest with them from heaven, and gavest them right judgments, and true laws, good statutes and commandments:”Psalms 119:96“I have seen an end of all perfection: but thy commandment is exceeding broad.”Romans 7:22“For I delight in the law of God after the inward man:”Deuteronomy 4:6“Keep therefore and do them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.”Romans 7:18“For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh,) dwelleth no good thing: for to will is present with me; but how to perform that which is good I find not.”Romans 12:2“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
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