I Timothy 5, Taking Care of Business.

 

I Timothy 5, Taking Care of Business

 

To neglect one’s basic responsibility of care and support of the family is the same as denying the faith. No one can claim love for and allegiance to God while neglecting to provide for their family. Paul called such an irresponsible person “worse than an unbeliever,” for even unbelievers understand family responsibility. God gives us our families and they are our first responsibility. We show our love for God through how we treat our family. We can thank God for the work He provides whereby we can take care of those who depend on us.

The truth taught is that people with too much time on their hands often get into trouble. Without enough work to occupy their time, such people can become gossips and busybodies, visiting from house to house, “saying things which they ought not.” That describes gossip, saying things that shouldn’t be repeated. We should be careful about what we say, seeking to make sure that our words are truthful, loving, and edifying.

 

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