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Paul informs Timothy about the qualifications of deacons and deaconesses. He finishes the chapter writing some of the clearest passages concerning the deity of Jesus Christ. My translation and notes on 1 Timothy 3:8-16 8 In the same way, deacons must be dignified, not two-faced, not given to lots of wine, not greedy for…
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Paul gives guidance on qualifications of church leaders. My notes and translation of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 1 Timothy Chapter 3 Pastors and Deacons 1 This is a trustworthy saying, if anyone desires the oversight [of the church], he desires a good work. [Most pastors speak of their call—first by God, then by the church…
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Paul now instructs Timothy about the believers in the congregation. My notes and translation of 1 Timothy 2:8-15 Encourage Members 8 Therefore, I want men to pray wherever they are, lifting holy hands without anger and doubt. [The men of the church (believers) are being addressed. Starting in verse 9 the women are addressed.…
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Guidance for church worship regarding prayer. Also addressed is Jesus is the perfect mediator, the only mediator between humans and God. 1 Timothy Chapter 2 Encourage prayer for Others 1 Therefore, first of all, I strongly urge that entreaties, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, [Paul lists four types of prayers.…
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Paul, writing to his young assistance in Ephesus, urges pastor Timothy to oppose false teachers who teach false doctrine, worldview, and lifestyle. There is only one standard of Christianity, and it is the New Testament. It is not to be added to or taken from, redefined, twisted by interpretation, or rejected. God has settled…
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Reading and studying the Scriptures has great benefits, likewise, not reading and studying the Scriptures has great damage. The main issue is a Christian is easier to be deceived if they do not know the truth taught by the Bible. All Christians should be discipled on Bible interpretation, Old Testament and New Testament survey,…
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What is the rest that God promises us? How does one qualify for God’s rest? How does a person not receive God’s rest? Some verses about God’s rest: Exodus 33:14, Isaiah 14:3,and Matthew 11:28. Some verses about not experiencing God’s rest: Isaiah 28:12, Jeremiah 6:16, and Isaiah 30:15. Also, see How can we enter into…
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More miscellaneous rules for Christians to live by. Rules regarding doing good, sharing, attitude towards Christian leadership, prayer, and the writer’s personal appeal for prayer. My translation and notes on Hebrews 13:16-19. 16 Do not forget to do good and share, because with such sacrifices God is well pleased. 17 Be persuadable by those…
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B1 Temptation C1 The Greek word for temptation is πειρασμός peirasmós (G3986). It means, depending on context, a test, a testing. In a good sense, this testing would be God allowing us to see our weaknesses and strengths. D1 Example of good E1 John 6:6 He said this to test him, because he knew…
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Brief notes on my translation of 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Apostolic Counsel—Lawsuits 1 Are any of yous, having something against another, so bold as to go to court in front of the unrighteous and not before the saints? 2 Don’t youp know that the saints will judge the world? If the world will be judged…