But we know that the Law is good, if one uses it lawfully,

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

(but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?),

and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil.

but in case I am delayed, I write so that you will know how one ought to conduct himself in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and support of the truth.

men who forbid marriage and advocate abstaining from foods which God has created to be gratefully shared in by those who believe and know the truth.

Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe.

Now she who is a widow indeed and who has been left alone, has fixed her hope on God and continues in entreaties and prayers night and day.

Therefore, I want younger widows to get married, bear children, keep house, and give the enemy no occasion for reproach;

No longer drink water exclusively, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.

who alone possesses immortality and dwells in unapproachable light, whom no man has seen or can see. To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen.