For there is one God and one intermediary between God and humanity, Christ Jesus, himself human,

Now the Spirit explicitly says that in the later times some will desert the faith and occupy themselves with deceiving spirits and demonic teachings,

First of all, then, I urge that requests, prayers, intercessions, and thanks be offered on behalf of all people,

This saying is trustworthy: "If someone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a good work."

And we all agree, our religion contains amazing revelation: He was revealed in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among Gentiles, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.

Let no one look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in your speech, conduct, love, faithfulness, and purity.

in case I am delayed, to let you know how people ought to conduct themselves in the household of God, because it is the church of the living God, the support and bulwark of the truth.

But if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he care for the church of God?

For we have brought nothing into this world and so we cannot take a single thing out either.

A woman must learn quietly with all submissiveness.

Likewise the women are to dress in suitable apparel, with modesty and self-control. Their adornment must not be with braided hair and gold or pearls or expensive clothing,

For the love of money is the root of all evils. Some people in reaching for it have strayed from the faith and stabbed themselves with many pains.

This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance: "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners" -- and I am the worst of them!

Now godliness combined with contentment brings great profit.

since he wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.

The overseer then must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, an able teacher,

nor to occupy themselves with myths and interminable genealogies. Such things promote useless speculations rather than God's redemptive plan that operates by faith.

But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man. She must remain quiet.

For it is sanctified by God's word and by prayer.

But if we have food and shelter, we will be satisfied with that.

Now to the eternal king, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever! Amen.

But the one who lives for pleasure is dead even while she lives.

But if someone does not provide for his own, especially his own family, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Elders who provide effective leadership must be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard in speaking and teaching.

Command those who are rich in this world's goods not to be haughty or to set their hope on riches, which are uncertain, but on God who richly provides us with all things for our enjoyment.

As I urged you when I was leaving for Macedonia, stay on in Ephesus to instruct certain people not to spread false teachings,

So I want the men to pray in every place, lifting up holy hands without anger or dispute.

I am grateful to the one who has strengthened me, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he considered me faithful in putting me into ministry,

Some have strayed from these and turned away to empty discussion.

He must not be a recent convert or he may become arrogant and fall into the punishment that the devil will exact.

They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or the things they insist on so confidently.

Such prayer for all is good and welcomed before God our Savior,

If someone spreads false teachings and does not agree with sound words (that is, those of our Lord Jesus Christ) and with the teaching that accords with godliness,

This accords with the glorious gospel of the blessed God that was entrusted to me.

Deacons likewise must be dignified, not two-faced, not given to excessive drinking, not greedy for gain,

to obey this command without fault or failure until the appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ

even though I was formerly a blasphemer and a persecutor, and an arrogant man. But I was treated with mercy because I acted ignorantly in unbelief,

O Timothy, protect what has been entrusted to you. Avoid the profane chatter and absurdities of so-called "knowledge."

Compete well for the faith and lay hold of that eternal life you were called for and made your good confession for in the presence of many witnesses.

Those who long to be rich, however, stumble into temptation and a trap and many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction.

And he must be well thought of by those outside the faith, so that he may not fall into disgrace and be caught by the devil's trap.

Reinforce these commands, so that they will be beyond reproach.

and our Lord's grace was abundant, bringing faith and love in Christ Jesus.

But here is why I was treated with mercy: so that in me as the worst, Christ Jesus could demonstrate his utmost patience, as an example for those who are going to believe in him for eternal life.

Likewise also their wives must be dignified, not slanderous, temperate, faithful in every respect.

No widow should be put on the list unless she is at least sixty years old, was the wife of one husband,

holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.

Among these are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I handed over to Satan to be taught not to blaspheme.

I charge you before God who gives life to all things and Christ Jesus who made his good confession before Pontius Pilate,

To do this you must hold firmly to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and so have suffered shipwreck in regard to the faith.

and has a reputation for good works: as one who has raised children, practiced hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped those in distress -- as one who has exhibited all kinds of good works.

In this way they will save up a treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the future and so lay hold of what is truly life.

And these also must be tested first and then let them serve as deacons if they are found blameless.

Deacons must be husbands of one wife and good managers of their children and their own households.

But do not accept younger widows on the list, because their passions may lead them away from Christ and they will desire to marry,

I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these instructions to you

Tell them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, to be generous givers, sharing with others.

And besides that, going around from house to house they learn to be lazy, and they are not only lazy, but also gossips and busybodies, talking about things they should not.

This saying is trustworthy and deserves full acceptance.

For those who have served well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

By professing it, some have strayed from the faith. Grace be with you all.

For some have already wandered away to follow Satan.

But those who have believing masters must not show them less respectTeach them and exhort them about these things.

Command and teach these things.

Those guilty of sin must be rebuked before all, as a warning to the rest.

So I want younger women to marry, raise children, and manage a household, in order to give the adversary no opportunity to vilify us.

not a drunkard, not violent, but gentle, not contentious, free from the love of money.

and so incur judgment for breaking their former pledge.

If a believing woman has widows in her family, let her help them. The church should not be burdened, so that it may help the widows who are truly in need.

he is conceited and understands nothing, but has an unhealthy interest in controversies and verbal disputes. This gives rise to envy, dissension, slanders, evil suspicions,

Honor widows who are truly in need.

Do not lay hands on anyone hastily and so identify with the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.

Before God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels, I solemnly charge you to carry out these commands without prejudice or favoritism of any kind.

older women as mothers, and younger women as sisters -- with complete purity.

But the widow who is truly in need, and completely on her own, has set her hope on God and continues in her pleas and prayers night and day.

But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they should first learn to fulfill their duty toward their own household and so repay their parents what is owed them. For this is what pleases God.

For this I was appointed a preacher and apostle -- I am telling the truth; I am not lying -- and a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

The sins of some people are obvious, going before them into judgment, but for others, they show up later.

but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess reverence for God.

Similarly good works are also obvious, and the ones that are not cannot remain hidden.

influenced by the hypocrisy of liars whose consciences are seared.

Take pains with these things; be absorbed in them, so that everyone will see your progress.

even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

For every creation of God is good and no food is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving.

They will prohibit marriage and require abstinence from foods that God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.

But you, as a person dedicated to God, keep away from all that. Instead pursue righteousness, godliness, faithfulness, love, endurance, and gentleness.

But the aim of our instruction is love that comes from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith.

Be conscientious about how you live and what you teach. Persevere in this, because by doing so you will save both yourself and those who listen to you.

Those who are under the yoke as slaves must regard their own masters as deserving of full respect. This will prevent the name of God and Christian teaching from being discredited.

But reject those myths fit only for the godless and gullible, and train yourself for godliness.

realizing that law is not intended for a righteous person, but for lawless and rebellious people, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who kill their fathers or mothers, for murderers,

Do not neglect the spiritual gift you have, given to you and confirmed by prophetic words when the elders laid hands on you.

sexually immoral people, practicing homosexuals, kidnappers, liars, perjurers -- in fact, for any who live contrary to sound teaching.

-- whose appearing the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords, will reveal at the right time.

In fact this is why we work hard and struggle, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of believers.

From Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope,

Until I come, give attention to the public reading of scripture, to exhortation, to teaching.

But we know that the law is good if someone uses it legitimately,

For "physical exercise has some value, but godliness is valuable in every way. It holds promise for the present life and for the life to come."

He alone possesses immortality and lives in unapproachable light, whom no human has ever seen or is able to see. To him be honor and eternal power! Amen.

By pointing out such things to the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, having nourished yourself on the words of the faith and of the good teaching that you have followed.

(Stop drinking just water, but use a little wine for your digestion and your frequent illnesses.)

Do not address an older man harshly but appeal to him as a father. Speak to younger men as brothers,

I put this charge before you, Timothy my child, in keeping with the prophecies once spoken about you, in order that with such encouragement you may fight the good fight.

But she will be delivered through childbearing, if she continues in faith and love and holiness with self-control.

For the scripture says, "Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain," and, "The worker deserves his pay."

He must manage his own household well and keep his children in control without losing his dignity.

Do not accept an accusation against an elder unless it can be confirmed by two or three witnesses.

who gave himself as a ransom for all, revealing God's purpose at his appointed time.

For Adam was formed first and then Eve.

to Timothy, my genuine child in the faith. Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!

And Adam was not deceived, but the woman, because she was fully deceived, fell into transgression.

and constant bickering by people corrupted in their minds and deprived of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a way of making a profit.