1 Timothy 5:19

God's Word

Don’t pay attention to an accusation against a spiritual leader unless it is supported by two or three witnesses.

Cross References

Matthew 18:16

But if he does not listen, take one or two others with you so that every accusation may be verified by two or three witnesses.

John 18:29

So Pilate came out to them and asked, “What accusation are you making against this man?”

John 8:17

Your own teachings say that the testimony of two people is true.

Acts 11:30

The disciples did this and sent their contribution with Barnabas and Saul to the leaders ⌞in Jerusalem⌟.

Acts 25:16

“I replied to them, ‘That’s not the Roman way of doing things. A person can’t be sentenced as a favor. Before he is sentenced, he must face his accusers and have a chance to defend himself against their accusation.’

2 Corinthians 13:1

This is the third time that I’ll be visiting you. Every accusation must be verified by two or three witnesses.

Deuteronomy 17:6

The person can only be sentenced to death on the testimony of two or three witnesses, but no one should ever be sentenced to death on the testimony of only one witness.

Deuteronomy 19:15

One witness is never enough to convict someone of a crime, offense, or sin he may have committed. Cases must be settled based on the testimony of two or three witnesses.

1 Timothy 4:14

Don’t neglect the gift which you received through prophecy when the spiritual leaders  placed their hands on you ⌞to ordain you⌟.

1 Timothy 5:17

Give double honor to spiritual leaders  who handle their duties well. This is especially true if they work hard at teaching God’s word.

Titus 1:6

A spiritual leader must have a good reputation. He must have only one wife and have children who are believers. His children shouldn’t be known for having wild lifestyles or being rebellious.

Hebrews 10:28

If two or three witnesses accused someone of rejecting Moses’ Teachings, that person was shown no mercy as he was executed.