nor to pay attention to myths and endless genealogies, which give rise to mere speculation rather than furthering the administration of God which is by faith.

who gave Himself as a ransom for all, the testimony given at the proper time.

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

But she who gives herself to wanton pleasure is dead even while she lives.

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

I charge you in the presence of God, who gives life to all things, and of Christ Jesus, who testified the good confession before Pontius Pilate,