Devine Scripture

1 Timothy 6:18

1 Timothy chapter 6 · verse 18 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

KJV

King James Version · 1611

That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

that they do good, that they be rich in good works, that they be ready to distribute, willing to communicate;

Context

v.17Charge them that are rich in this present world, that they be not highminded, nor have their hope set on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;

v.18This passage

v.19laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on the life which is life indeed.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 1 Peter 3:11

    And let him turn away from evil, and do good; Let him seek peace, and pursue it.

  • Acts 11:29

    And the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren that dwelt in Judæa:

  • 2 Corinthians 8:1

    Moreover, brethren, we make known to you the grace of God which hath been given in the churches of Macedonia;

  • Isaiah 32:8

    But the noble deviseth noble things; and in noble things shall he continue.

  • Psalms 37:3

    Trust in Jehovah, and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed onhisfaithfulness.

  • 2 Corinthians 8:12

    For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according as a man hath, not according as he hath not.