Titus 1:7

Conservative English Version

Church officials are in charge of God's work, and so they must also have a good reputation. They must not be bossy, quick-tempered, heavy drinkers, bullies, or dishonest in business.

Cross References

Genesis 49:6

I never want to take part in your plans or deeds. You slaughtered people in your anger, and you crippled cattle for no reason.

Proverbs 14:17

Fools have quick tempers, and no one likes you if you can't be trusted.

Proverbs 15:18

Losing your temper causes a lot of trouble, but staying calm settles arguments.

Proverbs 16:32

Controlling your temper is better than being a hero who captures a city.

Ecclesiastes 7:9

Only fools get angry quickly and hold a grudge.

Isaiah 28:7

Priests and prophets stumble because they are drunk. Their minds are too confused to receive God's messages or give honest decisions.

Ezekiel 44:21

They must not drink wine before going to the inner courtyard.

Leviticus 10:9

When you or your sons enter the sacred tent, you must never drink beer or wine. If you do, you will die right there! This law will never change.

Matthew 24:45

Who are faithful and wise servants? Who are the ones the master will put in charge of giving the other servants their food supplies at the proper time?

Luke 12:42

The Lord answered: Who are faithful and wise servants? Who are the ones the master will put in charge of giving the other servants their food supplies at the proper time?

Ephesians 5:18

Don't destroy yourself by getting drunk, but let the Spirit fill your life.

Philippians 1:1

From Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus. To all of God's people who belong to Christ Jesus at Philippi and to all of your church officials and officers.

Titus 1:5

I left you in Crete to do what had been left undone and to appoint leaders for the churches in each town. As I told you,

Titus 2:3

Tell the older women to behave as those who love the Lord should. They must not gossip about others or be slaves of wine. They must teach what is proper,

1 Peter 4:10

Each of you has been blessed with one of God's many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well.

1 Peter 5:2

Just as shepherds watch over their sheep, you must watch over everyone God has placed in your care. Do it willingly in order to please God, and not simply because you think you must. Let it be something you want to do, instead of something you do merely to make money.

2 Peter 2:10

The Lord is especially hard on people who disobey him and don't think of anything except their own filthy desires. They are reckless and proud and are not afraid of cursing the glorious beings in heaven.