1 Timothy 5:2

God's Word

older women as if they were your mothers, and younger women as if they were your sisters, while keeping yourself morally pure.

Cross References

Matthew 12:50

Whoever does what my Father in heaven wants is my brother and sister and mother.”

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers and sisters, keep your thoughts on whatever is right or deserves praise: things that are true, honorable, fair, pure, acceptable, or commendable.

1 Thessalonians 5:22

Keep away from every kind of evil.

1 Timothy 4:12

Don’t let anyone look down on you for being young. Instead, make your speech, behavior, love, faith, and purity an example for other believers.

1 Timothy 5:1

Never use harsh words when you correct an older man, but talk to him as if he were your father. Talk to younger men as if they were your brothers,

1 Timothy 5:3

Honor widows who have no families.

2 Timothy 2:22

Stay away from lusts which tempt young people. Pursue what has God’s approval. Pursue faith, love, and peace together with those who worship the Lord with a pure heart.