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3:8 Likewise must the deacons be grave, not doubletongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre; 3:9 Holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience. 3:10 And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being found blameless. 3:11 Even so must their wives be grave, not slanderers, sober, faithful in all things. 3:12 Let the deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well. 3:13 For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus. 3:14 These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: 3:15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth. 3:16 And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.
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Hello and welcome to Bethel Evangelical Church in Gorseinon and thank you for checking out this weeks sermon recordings. The 4th of May saw us hold our evening service from the building, with a livestream available via Facebook. This evening, Dafydd took us into the 3 chapter of 1 Timothy, where we looked at what […]
1 Timothy 3:14-16 - Luke Sears by Life Church Sunday messages
Verse By Verse - Pastor Mike - Mike Focht
3:1 This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. 3:2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; 3:3 Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; 3:4 One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity; 3:5 (For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?) 3:6 Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil. 3:7 Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.
You are listening to the messages from Pastor Scott Tewell who is the Lead Pastor at Rosedale Baptist Church in Rosedale, MD. Each week we provide these messages to help you grow in your faith and find encouragement through God's Word.
As we pursue truth through understanding doctrine and wrestling with theological questions, we can find delight in the Lord, with our actions stemming from a place of knowing what we believe. Even more, when the church serves as that pillar of truth, we can all come TOGETHER and worship, rooted in the same truth, united in Christ.
Join us as Michael Grooms leads Bible class from 1 Timothy.
Gods Standard for Deacons
This message from 1 Timothy 3:1–7 calls the church to embrace Jesus-shaped leadership, where authority is a sacred stewardship meant to bless, not harm. Elders are called to know, feed, lead, and protect the church with character marked by faithful home leadership, maturity, relational health, and spiritual vitality. Ultimately, the health of the church rests not on human leaders, but on the faithfulness of the Chief Shepherd, Jesus, who gave His life for His bride.
1 Timothy 3:2-13 - Sam Tucker by Life Church Sunday messages
On Sunday, April 20, 2025, Elder John West lead a discussion about "The Church's Identity and the Threat of False Teaching" based on 1 Timothy 3:14-4:5.1. The Purpose of Paul's Instructions (3:14, 15)2. The Confession of the Mystery of Godliness (3:16)3. The Prediction of Apostasy (vs. 4:1, 2)4. The Nature of False Teaching (4:3-5)
You are listening to the messages from Pastor Scott Tewell who is the Lead Pastor at Rosedale Baptist Church in Rosedale, MD. Each week we provide these messages to help you grow in your faith and find encouragement through God's Word.
Journey with us through 1 Timothy 3 at Into the Word, a radio and online program committed to reading, loving, and living the whole Counsel of God. In this program we will work our way chapter by chapter through the whole Bible. Our host and Bible teacher for this adventure is Pastor Paul Carter. If you are interested in additional resources or previous episodes in the series, you can find those at https://intotheword.ca/. If you would like to support the program or our monthly mission partner, you can do so at https://intotheword.ca/how-to-support-the-into-the-word-podcast-bible-commentary. To connect with our Bible readers and Into the Word listeners, connect with us on Facebook at https://facebook.com/In2theWord
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The Qualifications of Elders
On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Elder John West lead a discussion on "Leadership in the Church: Elders and Deacons" based on 1 Timothy 3:1-13.1. The Noble Task of Oversight (v. 1)2. Qualifications of Overseers (vs. 2-7)3. The Role and Character of Deacons (vs. 8-10, 12, 13)4. The Supportive Role of Deacons' Wives (v. 11)
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The church thrives when its members select godly elders and deacons to lead in meeting the body’s spiritual and physical needs out of the overflow of their own love for God, His Word, and their families.
The church thrives when its members select godly elders and deacons to lead in meeting the body’s spiritual and physical needs out of the overflow of their own love for God, His Word, and their families.
Gods Standard for Deacons
The American Soul Podcast tackles the profound connection between marriage, family stability, and national strength in this thought-provoking episode. Marriage isn't just a personal arrangement – it's the bedrock upon which our entire society stands. When marriages falter, everything built upon them weakens: families, communities, and ultimately our nation.Consider how we protect financial investments that grow over time – the savings account we've nurtured for decades becomes increasingly precious. Yet marriages, which should become more treasured with passing years, are often taken for granted. This parallels how Americans have come to treat religious freedom – as something expected rather than a privilege that countless people throughout history died to secure.Scripture provides clear guidance in 1 Timothy 3 about the qualifications for church leaders, emphasizing they must manage their households well. "If a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?" This principle extends beyond church leadership – strong households create strong communities.Troubling statistics reveal the consequences of our cultural shift away from marriage: marrieds couples comprised 71% of households in 1970 but just 47% by 2022. Meanwhile, deaths are projected to exceed births in America by 2033. The contemporary mantra "my body, my choice" epitomizes our culture's radical individualism, conditioning women to prioritize self above family and God.Justice Joseph Story's writings remind us that America's founders never intended to separate God from public life. The First Amendment wasn't designed to create "indifference to religion in general, and especially to Christianity." Rather, the founding generation believed Christianity should "receive encouragement from the state" as compatible with religious freedom.Strong marriages aren't just about personal fulfillment – they're about national survival. If we hope to preserve liberty for future generations, we must reclaim the foundational truths that established America's unique experiment in freedom. Join us in exploring how spiritual revival, one marriage and family at a time, might be our only path forward.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe
Biblical church leadership fundamentally differs from secular leadership by prioritizing character over skills. Leaders must exemplify qualities like being above reproach, self-controlled, and hospitable as outlined in First Timothy 3. While skills can be taught, character must be cultivated through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Various leadership roles exist within the church, including small group leaders, children's ministry leaders, worship leaders, and pastors, all requiring strong character foundations.
Reading through 1 Timothy 3:1-16, we see that a church thrives when leaders live above reproach, lead with integrity, and are committed to the Word. This passage reminds us that godly leadership starts at home and flows into the church.
God's Standard for Overseers
What the Bible actually has to say about what makes someone a pastor just might shock you!
Series: 1 Timothy | Sermon Number: 10 of 19 | Scripture Passage: 1 Timothy 3:14-16 | Preacher: Josh Hibbard | Sermon Date: March 9, 2025
This Word emphasizes the church's role as the pillar and foundation of truth, calling believers to defend and declare that truth by ensuring leaders are chosen carefully and uphold sound doctrine. It stresses that the church is not a platform for personal gain or status but exists to glorify Jesus Christ through intentional, reverent behavior and structure.
Gods Standard for Overseers
Main Idea: Proper behavior in the church both promotes and protects the gospel of Jesus Christ. 1) Why does our behavior matter? (vv. 14-15) a. We are the household of God b. We are the church of the living God c. We are the pillar and buttress of the truth 2) What is our behavior rooted in? (v. 16) Takeaways: 1) Are you united with Christ? 2) Are you prioritizing the local church? 3) Will you help us stay committed to the gospel?
Series: 1 Timothy | Sermon Number: 9 of 19 | Scripture Passage: 1 Timothy 3:8-13 | Preacher: Josh Hibbard | Sermon Date: March 2, 2025
Steve Wiggins of GroundworksMinistries.com is sharing a devotional from the New Testament book of 1 Timothy, Chapter Three.
In this sermon, we explore 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and the biblical qualifications for godly leadership. Whether you're a pastor, parent, or mentor, these principles challenge us to live with integrity, lead by example, and reflect Christ in our daily lives.
In this sermon Pastor Mike emphasizes the importance of church leaders, including deacons, living above reproach and embodying high standards of godliness to reflect Christ's heart of service. It challenges all Christians, not just leaders, to uphold these standards as a way to positively influence others and contribute to the church's integrity. The sermon also encourages personal reflection on how we can serve, live with purpose, and support the growth of the local church in both leadership and service.
Tim Buck takes us through the qualifications of an Elder and how they apply to the Christ-centered life.