1 Timothy, 3

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1 The saying is sure: If any one aspires to the office of bishop, he desires a noble task.

2 Now a bishop must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, sensible, dignified, hospitable, an apt teacher,

3 no drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, and no lover of money.

4 He must manage his own household well, keeping his children submissive and respectful in every way;

5 for if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how can he care for God's church?

6 He must not be a recent convert, or he may be puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil;

7 moreover he must be well thought of by outsiders, or he may fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

8 Deacons likewise must be serious, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for gain;

9 they must hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.

10 And let them also be tested first; then if they prove themselves blameless let them serve as deacons.

11 The women likewise must be serious, no slanderers, but temperate, faithful in all things.

12 Let deacons be the husband of one wife, and let them manage their children and their households well;

13 for those who serve well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and also great confidence in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

14 I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these instructions to you so that,

15 if I am delayed, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and bulwark of the truth.

16 Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of our religion: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.




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1 Timothy 3 presents a series of requirements for those who wish to serve as leaders in the church, including bishops and deacons. The importance of exemplary conduct, good testimony and specific skills to lead and teach is highlighted. Following are five verses related to the topics covered in 1 Timothy 3:

1 Peter 5:2: "Pastoreal the flock of God that is among you, not by embarrassment, but spontaneously, as God wants; not by sordid greed, but of good will" this verse highlights the importance of a voluntary heart and detached in Leadership, without seeking personal benefits or acting out of obligation, but with a genuine motivation to serve the herd.

Titus 1:7-8: "Because it is necessary for the bishop to be blameless, as a disqualification of God; neither overshable nor given to wine, nor beaten, nor greed of greed, but hospitable, friendly, moderate , fair, holy, temperate "This excerpt highlights some of the specific requirements to be a bishop, including the importance of being hospitable, moderate, fair and holy, and has no negative characteristics such as anger, pride and greed.

Proverbs 22:29: "Do you see a diligent man in his work? Before kings will be put; he will not remain among those of the lower position" This verse highlights the importance of diligence and excellence in the work, which can result in recognition and advancement in the leadership position.

1 Timothy 4:16: "Be careful of yourself and doctrine; persevere in these things; for by doing so, you will save yourself, both yourself and those who hear you" here, the need to take care of its own conduct is emphasized and the need to take care of its own conduct and From faithfulness to doctrine, which is essential to salvation not only of the leader, but also of those who are influenced by him.

1 Corinthians 9:27: "Before I subdue my body, and I reduce it to servitude, so that, preaching to others, I myself do not come in any way to disapprove" This verse highlights the importance of personal discipline and submission to the Spirit Holy, in order to avoid falling into temptation and losing testimony to those to whom it is preached.


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