1 Timothy 3:4

The English Standar Version

He must manage his own household well, with all dignity keeping his children submissive,

Cross References

Genesis 18:19

For I have chosen[6] him, that he may command his children and his household after him to keep the way of the LORD by doing righteousness and justice, so that the LORD may bring to Abraham what he has promised him."

Acts 10:2

a devout man who feared God with all his household, gave alms generously to the people, and prayed continually to God.

Ephesians 5:24

Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit in everything to their husbands.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

1 Timothy 3:12

Let deacons each be the husband of one wife, managing their children and their own households well.

Titus 1:6

if anyone is above reproach, the husband of one wife,[3] and his children are believers and not open to the charge of debauchery or insubordination.

Titus 2:2

Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness.

Titus 2:7

Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity,

Joshua 24:15

And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the LORD, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD."