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1 Timothy 5:22 – Take Your Time

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Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, and do not share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.

Summary: Paul’s instruction about the laying on of hands opens the door to a lot of possibilities.   

This verse falls into the rather serious category of “warnings.” Much of Paul’s letter has to do with instructing Timothy on what he should do as leader of the churches in Ephesus. In chapter five, the tone has changed, and Paul has been warning Timothy what not to do. 

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1 Timothy 5:19 – Finding the Facts

Do not entertain an accusation against an elder unless it is brought by two or three witnesses. 

Summary: Paul’s instruction to Timothy reveals another glimpse of Timothy’s role at Ephesus as well as providing a clear guideline for parsing complaints about church leaders.   

This passage is very specific and is directed personally to Timothy. 

That does not mean that there is not an underlying principle we should pay attention to. There is. 

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1 Timothy 5:17 – Double Honor

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The elders who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching. 

Summary: Paul points us to the obligation we have in the body of Christ to honor those who serve the most.   

Here is an interesting fact: If we look back at 1 Timothy 3:1, the text reads: 

“Here is a trustworthy saying: Whoever aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task.” (NIV)

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