1 Timothy 3:8

First Nations Version

In the same way, those who have the sacred task of helping others must walk in an honorable way, not be double-tongued, nor heavy drinkers, and not greedy for possessions.

Cross References

Philippians 1:1

From Small Man (Paul) and He Gives Honor (Timothy), sacred servants of the Chosen One, Creator Sets Free (Jesus). To all of Creator’s holy people who gather in Village of Horses (Philippi) and to the spiritual leaders and those who have the sacred task of helping others, who together watch over the sacred family.

Titus 2:3

In the same way, expect the elder women to walk a sacred path. They should not talk in a bad way about others or be heavy drinkers. They should be wisdomkeepers,

1 Timothy 5:23

No longer drink only water, and from now on use a little wine to purify the water. This will be good medicine for the times you have a bad stomach.

1 Timothy 3:3

They must not be heavy drinkers, nor given to violence, but gentle peacemakers who are free from the love of possessions.

James 3:10

Blessing and cursing come out of the same mouth. My sacred family members, this should not be.

Titus 1:7

Because they represent the Great Spirit, the elders who watch over the sacred family must have a good reputation with outsiders. They must not be stubborn, hot-headed, heavy drinkers, violent, or greedy for possessions.

1 Timothy 3:12

These sacred servants must also be faithful in marriage and guide their own families in a good way.

1 Peter 5:2

I counsel you to watch over Creator’s family like a shepherd watching over a flock of sheep. Do this willingly, as Creator wants you to, not to gain more possessions but from an honest desire to serve.

Romans 3:13

The Sacred Teachings also say, “Their throats are like open graves. They speak with forked tongues.” “From their lips come words full of snake venom.”

1 Timothy 3:2

Elders like this must be free from accusation, faithful in marriage, clear-minded, self-controlled, honorable, welcoming to strangers, and able to teach others.