1 Timothy 5:12-17 Lexham English Bible (LEB)

12. thus incurring condemnation because they have broken their former pledge.

13. And at the same time also, going around from house to house, they learn to be idle, and not only idle, but also gossipy and busybodies, saying the things that are not necessary.

14. Therefore I want younger widows to marry, to bear children, to manage a household, to give the adversary no opportunity for reproach.

15. For already some have turned away and followed after Satan.

16. If any believing woman has widows, she must help them, and the church must not be burdened, in order that it may help those who are truly widows.

17. The elders who lead well must be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor by speaking and teaching.

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