Titus 1:7

The Text-Critical English New Testament

For an overseer, as God's steward, must be above reproach, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not given to wine, not violent, not greedy for sordid gain,

Cross References

Matthew 24:45

“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time?

Luke 12:42

The Lord said, “Who then is the faithful and wise steward, whom his master will set over his household, to give them their portion of food at the proper time?

Ephesians 5:18

Do not be drunk with wine, which leads to debauchery, but be filled with the Spirit,

Philippians 1:1

Paul and Timothy, servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons:

Titus 1:5

The reason I left yoʋ in Crete was for yoʋ to put in order what remained to be done and to appoint elders in every town, as I directed yoʋ.

Titus 2:3

Elderly women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderous or enslaved to much wine, but teaching what is good,

1 Peter 4:10

As each of you has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

1 Peter 5:2

Shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly; not for sordid gain, but eagerly.

2 Peter 2:10

especially those who indulge the corrupt desires of the flesh and who despise authority. Bold and self-willed, they do not tremble when they blaspheme glorious beings,