Titus 1:7
The Scripture
(7) For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre;
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The chapter calls for the faithful to be trustworthy and upright, urging them to avoid greed, drunkenness, and sexual immorality. It emphasizes that a person's character is tested by their conduct and that the church must be guided by godly principles. The purpose is to strengthen the community by promoting godly living and unity.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Titus 1:5Philippians 1:1I Timothy 3:1I Timothy 3:2I Timothy 3:3I Timothy 3:4I Timothy 3:5I Timothy 3:6I Timothy 3:7I Timothy 3:8I Timothy 3:9I Timothy 3:10
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