Thematic Bible




1 Timothy 3:1 (show verse)

This is a trustworthy saying: The one who would an elder be, a noble task desires he.

1 Timothy 3:2 (show verse)

Therefore, an elder must be blameless, the husband of one wife, stable, sensible, respectable, hospitable to strangers, and teachable.

1 Timothy 3:3 (show verse)

He must not drink excessively or be a violent person, but instead be gentle. He must not be argumentative or love money.

1 Timothy 3:4 (show verse)

He must manage his own family well and have children who are submissive and respectful in every way.

1 Timothy 3:5 (show verse)

For if a man does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God's church?

1 Timothy 3:6 (show verse)

He must not be a recent convert, so that he won't become arrogant and fall into the Devil's condemnation.

1 Timothy 3:7 (show verse)

He must be well thought of by outsiders, so he doesn't fall into disgrace and the trap set for him by the Devil.

1 Timothy 3:8 (show verse)

Ministers, too, must be serious. They must not be two-faced, addicted to wine, or greedy for money.

1 Timothy 3:9 (show verse)

They must hold firmly to the secret of the faith with clear consciences.

1 Timothy 3:10 (show verse)

But they must first be tested. Then, if they prove to be blameless, they may become ministers.

1 Timothy 3:11 (show verse)

Their wives must also be serious. They must not be gossips, but instead be stable and trustworthy in everything.

1 Timothy 3:12 (show verse)

Ministers must be husbands of one wife and must manage their children and their families well.

1 Timothy 3:13 (show verse)

Those ministers who serve well gain an excellent reputation for themselves and will have great assurance by their faith in the Messiah Jesus.

1 Timothy 3:14 (show verse)

I hope to come to you soon. However, I'm writing this to you
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1 Timothy 3:15 (show verse)

in case I am delayed, so that you may know how to behave in God's household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.

1 Timothy 3:16 (show verse)

By common confession, the secret of our godly worship is great: In flesh was he revealed to sight, kept righteous by the Spirit's might, adored by angels singing. To nations was he manifest, believing souls found peace and rest, our Lord in heaven reigning!