1 Timothy 5:9

Radiate New Testament

No widow should be put on the list of widows unless she’s more than 60 years old. She has to have been faithful to her husband,

Cross References

1 Timothy 3:2

But a leader must have a good reputation. He must be faithful to his wife. He must be restrained, self-controlled, and worthy of respect. He must welcome people into his home, and he must be able to teach.

1 Timothy 5:11

But don’t put younger widows on the list of those the church is supporting. They might promise to serve only Christ, but later they might have a strong desire to get married again

1 Timothy 5:14

So I encourage younger widows to get married again, have children, and take care of their own homes. That way the enemy won’t get the chance to say bad things about them.

1 Timothy 3:12

A deacon must be faithful to his wife. He has to be able to manage his children and family well.

1 Timothy 5:16

If a woman who’s a believer is already taking care of widows, she should continue to help them and not ask the church to care for them instead. That way the church will be able to help widows who have no other options.