1 Timothy 4:7–8: Train Yourself for Godliness
Paul tells Timothy to train himself toward godliness, and he grounds the command in a comparison of values: exercise has some value, godliness has value in all things. The promise attached is God's, not a guarantee of health or ease.
1 Timothy 4:7–8: Training Toward Godliness
Paul tells Timothy to train himself toward godliness, and he grounds that command in a comparison with bodily exercise. Godliness is worth more because it carries God's promise for this life and the next, not because training earns favor.