1 Timothy 3:2

New American Bible - revised edition

Therefore, a bishop must be irreproachable, married only once, temperate, self-controlled, decent, hospitable, able to teach,

Cross References

2 Timothy 2:24

A slave of the Lord should not quarrel, but should be gentle with everyone, able to teach, tolerant,

Romans 12:13

Contribute to the needs of the holy ones, exercise hospitality.

1 Timothy 5:9

Let a widow be enrolled if she is not less than sixty years old, married only once,

1 Peter 4:9

Be hospitable to one another without complaining.

1 Peter 5:8

Be sober and vigilant. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion looking for [someone] to devour.

Hebrews 13:2

Do not neglect hospitality, for through it some have unknowingly entertained angels.

Titus 2:2

that older men should be temperate, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, love, and endurance.

Philippians 2:15

that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine like lights in the world,

1 Peter 4:7

The end of all things is at hand. Therefore, be serious and sober for prayers.

Hebrews 3:14

We have become partners of Christ if only we hold the beginning of the reality firm until the end,

1 Timothy 4:3

They forbid marriage and require abstinence from foods that God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.

Luke 1:6

Both were righteous in the eyes of God, observing all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blamelessly.

Isaiah 56:10

All the sentinels of Israel are blind, they are without knowledge; They are all mute dogs, unable to bark; Dreaming, reclining, loving their sleep.

Luke 2:36

There was also a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was advanced in years, having lived seven years with her husband after her marriage,

1 Timothy 3:8

Similarly, deacons must be dignified, not deceitful, not addicted to drink, not greedy for sordid gain,

1 Timothy 3:12

Deacons may be married only once and must manage their children and their households well.

1 Timothy 5:10

with a reputation for good works, namely, that she has raised children, practiced hospitality, washed the feet of the holy ones, helped those in distress, involved herself in every good work.

1 Timothy 5:22

Do not lay hands too readily on anyone, and do not share in another’s sins. Keep yourself pure.