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For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude;

for it is sanctified by means of the word of God and prayer.

But stay away from worthless stories that are typical of old women. Rather, discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness;

for bodily training is just slightly beneficial, but godliness is beneficial for all things, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.

For it is for this we labor and strive, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all mankind, especially of believers.

Pay close attention to yourself and to the teaching; persevere in these things, for as you do this you will save both yourself and those who hear you.

but if any widow has children or grandchildren, they must first learn to show proper respect for their own family and to give back compensation to their parents; for this is acceptable in the sight of God.

But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

having a reputation for good works; and if she has brought up children, if she has shown hospitality to strangers, if she has washed the saints' feet, if she has assisted those in distress, and if she has devoted herself to every good work.

But refuse to register younger widows, for when they feel physical desires alienating them from Christ, they want to get married,

Therefore, I want younger widows to get married, have children, manage their households, and give the enemy no opportunity for reproach;

for some have already turned away to follow Satan.

For the Scripture says, "YOU SHALL NOT MUZZLE THE OX WHILE IT IS THRESHING," and "The laborer is worthy of his wages."

Do not lay hands upon anyone too quickly and thereby share responsibility for the sins of others; keep yourself free from sin.

Do not go on drinking only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments.

The sins of some people are quite evident, going before them to judgment; for others, their sins follow after.

he is conceited and understands nothing; but he has a sick craving for controversial questions and disputes about words, from which come envy, strife, abusive language, evil suspicions,

For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it, either.

For the love of money is a root of all sorts of evil, and some by longing for it have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.