1 Timothy 5:23

First Nations Version

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.

Cross References

1 Timothy 4:4

For all of his creation is good, and nothing is to be refused if it is received with a grateful heart.

1 Timothy 3:8

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.

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,

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 3:3

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

Ephesians 5:18

It is not wise to become a drunk, for it will lead you to a life of emptiness and sorrow. Instead, drink deeply of Creator’s Spirit, and he will lead you into a life of beauty and harmony.

Acts 18:5

After Woods Man (Silas) and He Gives Honor (Timothy) came from Land of Tall People (Macedonia), Small Man (Paul) became like a man on fire—trying to convince his Tribal Members that Creator Sets Free (Jesus) was the Chosen One.