1 Timothy 5:16

First Nations Version

If sacred family members have a widow in the family, let them take her in and care for her. This will lift the burden from the sacred family so the widows who have no family will be cared for.

Cross References

1 Timothy 5:8

For all who fail to care for the members of their own family have denied the truth of our spiritual ways and are worse than an outsider who does not trust as we do.

1 Timothy 5:9

To be counted as a widow to be taken care of by the sacred family, a woman must be an elder of sixty winters or older who was faithful to her husband.

1 Timothy 5:10

She must also have a reputation for doing good. Has she raised her children in a good way? Has she welcomed travelers into her home? Has she washed the feet of Creator’s holy ones? Has she offered help to people during hard times? Has she always been willing to do good for others?