What does "above reproach" mean? - Biblical Hermeneutics Stack …
Dec 25, 2017 · 1 Tim 3:2 and Titus 1:6-7 talk about an elder being "above reproach." How do you understand this phrase? The explanations I've heard are either impossible to attain (nearly …
Colossians 1:22 - Biblical Hermeneutics Stack Exchange
May 17, 2023 · Colossians 1:22 says, he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him [ESV] νυνὶ δὲ …
How do Bible scholars interpret 1 Tim 3:2 in so far as it relates to ...
Dec 13, 2024 · Elders were to serve and imitate the Chief Shepherd (1 Peter 5:1-4). Thus, 1 Tim 3:2 requires of a local church overseer is the following: above reproach monogamous …
What is the commandment in "Keep the commandment without …
Apr 19, 2025 · What is the commandment in "Keep the commandment without fault or reproach", in 1 Timothy 6:14? [duplicate] Ask Question Asked 8 months ago Modified 7 months ago
If Jesus knew all about the fig tree, why was he ignorant about it …
Apr 10, 2025 · First of all, the above account of ISBE should be correct as otherwise Jesus would not look for figs in the tree. “And seeing in the distance a fig tree in leaf, he went to see if he …
What does Paul mean by "sound doctrine" in Titus 2:1
7 For the overseer must be above reproach as God’s steward, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not addicted to wine, not pugnacious, not fond of sordid gain, 8 but hospitable, loving what is …
Qualifications for deacons and pastors in 1 Timothy 3:1-12
Jun 17, 2020 · 3:1 This saying is trustworthy: “If someone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a good work.” 3:2 The overseer then must be above reproach, the husband of one …
What does "reconciling all things" mean in Colossians 1:20?
22 he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him, Colossians 1:21-22 (ESV) A scripture might shed …
What is the meaning of "husband of one wife" in 1 Timothy 3:2?
Aug 9, 2015 · In 1 Timothy 3:2 we read: Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife (ESV) The ESV note that goes with the last phrase says, "Or a man of …
greek - Does 1 Tim 5:17 indicate a real distinction between ruling …
Mar 3, 2017 · 1 Tim 3:2 (ESV) Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach... (emphasis …