1 Timothy 4:9

This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation.

Cross-references

1 Timothy 1:15 employs the same 'trustworthy saying' phrase, grounding it in Christ's mission to save sinners — here it affirms the promise of godliness.

In 1 Timothy 3:1, Paul uses the same 'trustworthy saying' formula to introduce qualifications for overseers.