1. Let No One Despise Your Youth
1 Timothy 4: (Acts 16:1-2)

2. David Brother scolded his boldness 1 Sam. 17:22, 24-29
King Saul doubted him, 1 Sam. 17:31-40
Goliath despised his youth, 17:42-44
David withstood every criticism and gave glory to God, 17:45-47
So can you! Phil. 2:19-22; 1 Cor. 16:10-11

3. Be an Example 1 Timothy 4:12 To Christians Matthew 5:13-16
To non-Christians Titus 2:6-8
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4. In Word 1 Timothy 4:12
Sound, not corrupt, helpful Titus 2:8; Ephesians 4:29
Not: Obscenity, profanity, vulgarity, Eph. 5:3-4
Judged by your words, Matthew 12:35-37
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5. In Conduct 1 Timothy 4:12 Manner of life, 2 Tim. 4:10
Sober-minded, Tit. 2:6-7 (Rom. 12:2)
You must choose to be different, Peter 4:3-5
-Makes criticism baseless, Titus 2:8
-Can help save others, 1 Pet. 2:11-12
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6. In Love 1 Timothy 4:12
God, neighbor, Christians, enemies Matt. 22:37-39; 5:44; Rom. 12:10
Response of one who knows God, John 4:7-8
Others will know you are a Christian, John 13:35
Be like God, Matthew 5:45, 48
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7. In Spirit 1 Timothy 4:12
Disposition of humility & godliness, wisdom & fear of God, fervent service, Jas. 3:13-18; Rom. 12:11
Respect your elders, Lev. 19:32; 1 Tim. 5:1-2
You have a reputation, Prov. 22:1
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8. In Faith 1 Timothy 4:12 Diligent faith to please God, Hebrews 11:6
Strong & unwavering faith, Daniel 3:16-18
Your victory in this world is your faith in Christ, 1 Jno. 5:4-5
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9. In Purity 1 Timothy 4:12 Pattern to Follow
Flee like Joseph, Genesis 39:12
Uncompromising like Daniel, Daniel 1:5, 8
Do not love the world, 1 Jno. 2:15
Do not violate conscience, Rom. 14:23
Put God’s word in your heart, Psa. 119:9-11
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10. “Let no one despise your youth” 1 Timothy 4:12
Timothy was not despised because he had “proven character” (Phil. 2:22)
Remember God now – when you are young
As you get older you will not be content with forgetting & disobeying God, Eccl. 12:1