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1 Timothy 3:1 Meaning

This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work.

Context Explained

1This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work.

2A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;

3Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous;

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Source: 1 Timothy 3:1