But I received mercy for this reason, so that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience for an example to those who would believe in him for eternal life.

Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales; rather, train yourself in godliness.

A widow is to be put on the list only if she is not less than sixty years old, having been the wife of one husband,

So I would have younger widows marry, bear children, manage their homes, and give the enemy no occasion for reproach.