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

By common confession, great is the mystery of godliness: he was revealed in the flesh, was vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.

and she must be well known for her good deeds, as one who has brought up children, shown hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, relieved those in distress, and devoted herself to doing good in every way.

storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that life which is life indeed.