And Adam was not deceived, but the woman, because she was fully deceived, fell into transgression.

Do not address an older man harshly but appeal to him as a father. Speak to younger men as brothers,

Do not accept an accusation against an elder unless it can be confirmed by two or three witnesses.

Tell them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, to be generous givers, sharing with others.

even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

And he must be well thought of by those outside the faith, so that he may not fall into disgrace and be caught by the devil’s trap.

But the widow who is truly in need, and completely on her own, has set her hope on God and continues in her pleas and prayers night and day.

But if someone does not provide for his own, especially his own family, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

So I want younger women to marry, raise children, and manage a household, in order to give the adversary no opportunity to vilify us.

and constant bickering by people corrupted in their minds and deprived of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a way of making a profit.

By pointing out such things to the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, having nourished yourself on the words of the faith and of the good teaching that you have followed.