1 Timothy 4:5

5 For it is sanctified by the word of God and prayer.

Ver. 5. By the word ] Of permission, Acts 10:15 , and of promise, a new right purchased by Christ, &c.

And prayer ] For his leave and blessing, that "staff of bread," &c. This is to eat to the Lord Romans 14:6 ; to imitate Christ, Matthew 26:26-30 ; Paul,Acts 27:35; Acts 27:35 ; Samuel, 1 Samuel 9:13 .