1 Timothy 3:8

New Century Version

In the same way, deacons must be respected by others, not saying things they do not mean. They must not drink too much wine or try to get rich by cheating others.

Cross References

Psalm 12:2

Everyone lies to his neighbors; they say one thing and mean another.

Psalm 5:9

My enemies’ mouths do not tell the truth; in their hearts they want to destroy others. Their throats are like open graves; they use their tongues for telling lies.

Psalm 50:19

You don’t stop your mouth from speaking evil, and your tongue makes up lies.

Psalm 52:2

You think up evil plans. Your tongue is like a sharp razor, making up lies.

Ezekiel 44:21

None of the priests may drink wine when they enter the inner courtyard.

Leviticus 10:9

“You and your sons must not drink wine or beer when you go into the Meeting Tent. If you do, you will die. This law will continue from now on.

Romans 3:13

“Their throats are like open graves; they use their tongues for telling lies.” “Their words are like snake poison.”

Philippians 1:1

From Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus. To all of God’s holy people in Christ Jesus who live in Philippi, including your overseers and deacons:

1 Timothy 3:12

Deacons must have only one wife and be good leaders of their children and their own families.

1 Timothy 3:2

An overseer must not give people a reason to criticize him, and he must have only one wife. He must be self-controlled, wise, respected by others, ready to welcome guests, and able to teach.

1 Timothy 3:3

He must not drink too much wine or like to fight, but rather be gentle and peaceable, not loving money.

1 Timothy 5:23

Stop drinking only water, but drink a little wine to help your stomach and your frequent sicknesses.

Titus 1:7

As God’s managers, overseers must not be guilty of doing wrong, being selfish, or becoming angry quickly. They must not drink too much wine, like to fight, or try to get rich by cheating others.

Titus 2:3

In the same way, teach older women to be holy in their behavior, not speaking against others or enslaved to too much wine, but teaching what is good.

James 3:10

Praises and curses come from the same mouth! My brothers and sisters, this should not happen.

1 Peter 5:2

shepherd God’s flock, for whom you are responsible. Watch over them because you want to, not because you are forced. That is how God wants it. Do it because you are happy to serve, not because you want money.