1 Timothy 3:14

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1 Timothy 3:12–16 · Berean Standard Bible

12 A deacon must be the husband of but one wife, a good manager of his children and of his own household.

13 For those who have served well as deacons acquire for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

14 Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these things

15 in case I am delayed, so that you will know how each one must conduct himself in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.

16 By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in glory.

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1 Corinthians 16:5

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1 Corinthians 16:6

Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go.

1 Corinthians 16:7

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2 Corinthians 1:15

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2 Corinthians 1:16

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2 Corinthians 1:17

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1 Thessalonians 2:18

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2 John 1:12

I have many things to write to you, but I would prefer not to do so with paper and ink. Instead, I hope to come and speak with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.

3 John 1:14

Instead, I hope to see you soon and speak with you face to face. Peace to you. The friends here send you greetings. Greet each of our friends there by name.