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Thursday, April 25th, 2024
the Fourth Week after Easter
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Bible Dictionaries

Holman Bible Dictionary

Search Results: "1timothy

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Conscience
refers in general to that human moral awareness that judges an action right or wrong. Although the word “conscience” does appear in the
Deacon
, DEACONESS The term “deacon” is derived from the Greek word diakonos , which is usually translated “servant” or “minister.”
Greed
An excessive or reprehensible desire to acquire; covetousness. The greed of Eli's sons for the best part of the sacrifices disqualified them from the
Mercy, Merciful
A personal characteristic of care for the needs of others. The biblical concept of mercy always involves help to those who are in need or distress. Such
Sober
Characterized by self-control, seriousness, and sound moral judgment (1Thessalonians 5:6,1 Thessalonians 5:8 ; 1Timothy 3:2,1 Timothy 3:11
Timothy
(tihm' oh thee) Personal name meaning, “honoring God.” Friend and trusted coworker of Paul. When Timothy was a child, his mother Eunice and
Titus, Epistle to
Paul's letter to Titus, who was pastor of the church on the island of Crete. Authorship Paul, “a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ,”
Works
Deeds leading to planned results, both by God and people. God's works are His acts and deeds in creating, saving, and sustaining (Judges 2:7 ; Psalm
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