But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they should first learn to fulfill their duty ¹  toward their own household and so repay their parents what is owed them. ²  For this is what pleases God. ³ 

But if someone does not provide for his own, ¹  especially his own family, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Command those who are rich in this world’s goods ¹  not to be haughty or to set their hope on riches, which are uncertain, ²  but on God who richly provides us with all things for our enjoyment.

For the scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” ¹  and, “The worker deserves his pay.” ² 

Among these are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I handed over to Satan ¹  to be taught not to blaspheme.

but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess reverence for God.

But here is why I was treated with mercy: so that ¹  in me as the worst, ²  Christ Jesus could demonstrate his utmost patience, as an example for those who are going to believe in him for eternal life.

even though I was formerly a blasphemer and a persecutor, and an arrogant ¹  man. But I was treated with mercy because I acted ignorantly in unbelief,

They will prohibit marriage and require abstinence from foods that God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth.

A woman must learn ¹  quietly with all submissiveness.

And besides that, going around ¹  from house to house they learn to be lazy, ²  and they are not only lazy, but also gossips and busybodies, talking about things they should not. ³ 

For some have already wandered away to follow Satan. ¹ 

And these also must be tested first and then let them serve as deacons if they are found blameless.

But reject those myths ¹  fit only for the godless and gullible, ²  and train yourself for godliness.

Similarly good works are also obvious, and the ones that are not cannot remain hidden.

realizing that law ¹  is not intended for a righteous person, but for lawless and rebellious people, for the ungodly and sinners, for the unholy and profane, for those who kill their fathers or mothers, for murderers,

But those who have believing masters must not show them less respect ¹  because they are brothers. Instead they are to serve all the more, because those who benefit from their service are believers and dearly loved. ² Teach them and exhort them about these things. ³ 

If a believing woman ¹  has widows in her family, ²  let her help them. The church should not be burdened, so that it may help the widows who are truly in need. ³ 

But we know that the law is good if someone uses it legitimately,

Reinforce ¹  these commands, ²  so that they will be beyond reproach.