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Now to the King Eternal - the immortal, invisible, and only God - be honor and glory forever and ever! Amen.1 Chronicles 29:11; Psalm 10:16; 145:13; Daniel 7:14; John 1:18; Romans 1:23; 16:27; 1 Timothy 6:15-16; Hebrews 11:27; 1 John 4:12; Jude 1:25;">[xr]

There is one God. There is also one mediator between God and human beings - a human, Christ Jesus.Romans 3:29-30; 10:12; Galatians 3:20; Hebrews 8:6; 9:15;">[xr]

They will try to stop people from marrying and from eating certain foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.Genesis 1:29; 9:3; Romans 14:3,6, 17; Romans 14:3,6, 17,1 Corinthians 7:28,36, 38; 8:8; 10:30; Colossians 2:20-21; Hebrews 13:4;">[xr]

Do not have anything to do with godless myths and fables of old women, but train yourself in godliness.1 Timothy 1:4; 6:20; 2 Timothy 2:16,23; 4:4; Titus 1:14; Hebrews 5:14;">[xr]

She must be well known for her good works as a woman who has raised children, welcomed strangers, washed the saints' feet, helped the suffering, and devoted herself to doing good in every way.Genesis 18:4; 19:2; Luke 7:38,44; John 13:5,14; Acts 16:15; Hebrews 13:2; 1 Peter 4:9;">[xr]

Elders who handle their dutieswho rule">[fn] well should be considered worthy of double compensation,honor">[fn] especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.Acts 28:10; Romans 12:8; 1 Corinthians 9:10,14; Galatians 6:6; Philippians 2:29; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13; Hebrews 13:7,17;">[xr]

Of course, godliness with contentment does bring a great profit.Psalm 37:16; Proverbs 15:16; 16:8; Hebrews 13:5;">[xr]

So as long as we have food and clothes, we will be satisfied with these.Genesis 28:20; Hebrews 13:5;">[xr]

Fight the good fight for the faith. Keep your hold on eternal life, to which you were called and about which you gave a good testimony in front of many witnesses.1 Corinthians 9:25-26; Philippians 3:12,14; 1 Timothy 1:18; 6:19; 2 Timothy 4:7; Hebrews 13:23;">[xr]

They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous, and to share.Luke 12:21; Romans 12:13; Galatians 6:6; 1 Timothy 5:10; Titus 3:8; Hebrews 13:16; James 2:5;">[xr]