1 Timothy 3:8

Good News Translation

Church helpers must also have a good character and be sincere; they must not drink too much wine or be greedy for money;

Cross References

Psalm 12:2

All of them lie to one another; they deceive each other with flattery.

Psalm 5:9

What my enemies say can never be trusted; they only want to destroy. Their words are flattering and smooth, but full of deadly deceit.

Psalm 50:19

“You are always ready to speak evil; you never hesitate to tell lies.

Psalm 52:2

You make plans to ruin others; your tongue is like a sharp razor. You are always inventing lies.

Ezekiel 44:21

Priests must not drink any wine before going into the inner courtyard.

Leviticus 10:9

“You and your sons are not to enter the Tent of my presence after drinking wine or beer; if you do, you will die. This is a law to be kept by all your descendants.

Romans 3:13

Their words are full of deadly deceit; wicked lies roll off their tongues, and dangerous threats, like snake's poison, from their lips;

Philippians 1:1

From Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus— To all God's people in Philippi who are in union with Christ Jesus, including the church leaders and helpers:

1 Timothy 3:12

A church helper must have only one wife, and be able to manage his children and family well.

1 Timothy 3:2

A church leader must be without fault; he must have only one wife, be sober, self-controlled, and orderly; he must welcome strangers in his home; he must be able to teach;

1 Timothy 3:3

he must not be a drunkard or a violent man, but gentle and peaceful; he must not love money;

1 Timothy 5:23

Do not drink water only, but take a little wine to help your digestion, since you are sick so often.

Titus 1:7

For since a church leader is in charge of God's work, he should be without fault. He must not be arrogant or quick-tempered, or a drunkard or violent or greedy for money.

Titus 2:3

In the same way instruct the older women to behave as women should who live a holy life. They must not be slanderers or slaves to wine. They must teach what is good,

James 3:10

Words of thanksgiving and cursing pour out from the same mouth. My friends, this should not happen!

1 Peter 5:2

to be shepherds of the flock that God gave you and to take care of it willingly, as God wants you to, and not unwillingly. Do your work, not for mere pay, but from a real desire to serve.