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Al Barringer

Without question, this is the great mystery of our faith: Christ was revealed in a human body and vindicated by the Spirit. He was seen by angels and announced to the nations. He was believed in throughout the world and taken to heaven in glory.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 3:12 NLT

A deacon must be faithful to his wife, and he must manage his children and household well.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 3:8 NLT

In the same way, deacons must be well respected and have integrity. They must not be heavy drinkers or dishonest with money.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 3:7 NLT

Also, people outside the church must speak well of him so that he will not be disgraced and fall into the devil’s trap.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 3:6 NLT

An elder must not be a new believer, because he might become proud, and the devil would cause him to fall.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 3:5 NLT

For if a man cannot manage his own household, how can he take care of God’s church?

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 3:3 NLT

He must not be a heavy drinker or be violent. He must be gentle, not quarrelsome, and not love money.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 2:2 NLT

Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 2:1 NLT

I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 1:17 NLT

All honor and glory to God forever and ever! He is the eternal King, the unseen one who never dies; he alone is God. Amen.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 1:16 NLT

But God had mercy on me so that Christ Jesus could use me as a prime example of his great patience with even the worst sinners. Then others will realize that they, too, can believe in him and receive eternal life.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 1:15 NLT

This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”—and I am the worst of them all.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 1:14 NLT

Oh, how generous and gracious our Lord was! He filled me with the faith and love that come from Christ Jesus.

Apr 15

Al Barringer

highlighted 1 Timothy 1:13 NLT

even though I used to blaspheme the name of Christ. In my insolence, I persecuted his people. But God had mercy on me because I did it in ignorance and unbelief.

Apr 15