If anyone teaches a different doctrine, and doesn't consent to sound words, the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness,
and to the doctrine which is according to godliness: The truth founded upon the health-building words of Jesus Christ and his apostles always focuses on godliness; that is, holiness and piety toward God (Acts 3:12). H.A. Kent, Jr. says that godliness "describes one’s attitude and conduct as measured by God’s standard. Godliness is a manner of life which properly reverences God" (103).