BUT because of His own purpose and grace (1 Timothy 1:9-10)

He has saved us and called us to a holy life—

not because of anything we have done 

BUT because of His own purpose and grace. 

This grace was given us in Christ Jesus
 before the beginning of time,  

BUT it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.

2 Timothy 1:9-10

Before the beginning of time... As we begin a new year let's embrace the power of Grace. There's nothing you can do bad enough or good enough to cause God to love you more or less. This was established before the beginning of time. Don't drag your junk into this new year. Jesus destroyed death and brought life to the light! Make this the year you believe in the power Christ can have over your life if you will just let Him!

BUT godliness with contentment (1 Timothy 6:6-7)

BUT godliness with contentment is great gain.  

For we brought nothing into the world, 

and we can take nothing out of it.  

1 Timothy 6:6-7

Stop for a moment and enjoy "a state of peaceful happiness" no matter the storm that may seem to be surrounding you.

BUT in the living God ( 1 Timothy 6:17)

Command those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches 

BUT in the living God,

who gives us richly all things to enjoy.

 1 Timothy 6:17

Money is one of those subjects no one wants to talk about. Money is not evil it is what you do with the money that makes a difference.  God is the only thing we should put our trust in once a person gains this concept they can live richly and enjoy all things.

BUT.... set an example (1 Timothy 4:12)

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, BUT set an example for the believers
 in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity

1 Tim 4:12.

This verse really got me thinking about eternal life. 
Considering the average life here is 78 years and eternity is Forever.... we are all young in comparison. 

This verse is not just for teenagers or college students BUT for all of us ,
so go out there and live the example you want to be remembered for.

BUT... Godliness has value for all things (1 Tim 4:18)

For physical training is of some value,

 BUT... Godliness has value for all things,

 holding promise for both the present life 

and the life to come.

1 Tim 4:18

It is awesome that I am surrounded by so many people that are into running and taking care of their physical bodies. When I read this verse it really challenged me> Let's begin today to put in as much time to our Godliness training as we do our physical training. Use the time you run or exercise to praise Him,
It is a great time to pray for others too. 

BUT... Godliness with contentment (1 Tim 6:6-8)

"But…

 Godliness with contentment is great gain.

 For we brought nothing into this world and we can take nothing out of it.

But…

 if we have food and clothing we should be content with that."

1 Tim 6:6-8

Some verses just don’t need any comments. The definition of contentment is Peace of Mind.