1 Timothy 3:8

The Passion Translation

And in the same way the deacons must be those who are pure and true to their word, not addicted to wine, or with greedy eyes on the contributions.

Cross References

Psalm 12:2

Everyone lies, everyone flatters, and everyone deceives. Nothing but empty talk, smooth talk, and double-talk.

Psalm 5:9

Their words are unreliable. Destruction is in their hearts, drawing people into their darkness with their speeches. They are smooth-tongued deceivers, flattering with their words.

Psalm 50:19

The sins of your mouth multiply evil. You have a lifestyle of lies; you are devoted to deceit as you speak against others, even slandering those of your own household!

Psalm 52:2

Listen, O deceiver, trickster of others: Your words are wicked, harming and hurting all who hear them.

Ezekiel 44:21

“Priests must not drink wine before they enter the inner court.

Romans 3:13

Their words release a stench, like the smell of death—foul and filthy! Deceitful lies roll off their tongues. The venom of a viper drips from their lips.

Philippians 1:1

From Paul and Timothy, both of us servants of Jesus, the Anointed One. To all his devoted followers in Philippi, including your pastors, and to all the servant-leaders of the church.

1 Timothy 3:12

A deacon’s heart must be toward his wife alone, leading his children and household with excellence.

1 Timothy 3:2

Yet an elder needs to be one who is without blame before others. He should be one whose heart is for his wife alone and not another woman. He should be recognized as one who is sensible, and well-behaved, and living a disciplined life. He should be a “spiritual shepherd” who has the gift of teaching, and is known for his hospitality.

1 Timothy 3:3

He cannot be a drunkard, or someone who lashes out at others, or argumentative, or someone who simply craves more money, but instead, recognized by his gentleness.

1 Timothy 5:23

(If drinking the water causes you to have stomach ailments, drink some wine instead.)

Titus 1:7

The overseer, since he serves God’s household, must be someone of blameless character and not be opinionated or short-tempered. He must not be a drunkard or violent or greedy.

Titus 2:3

Likewise with the female elders, lead them into lives free from gossip and drunkenness and to be teachers of beautiful things.

James 3:10

Out of the same mouth we pour out words of praise one minute and curses the next. My brothers and sisters, this should never be!

1 Peter 5:2

to be compassionate shepherds who tenderly care for God’s flock and who feed them well, for you have the responsibility to guide, protect, and oversee. Consider it a joyous pleasure and not merely a religious duty. Lead from the heart under God’s leadership—not as a way to gain finances dishonestly but as a way to eagerly and cheerfully serve.