An interpretive issue arises in this passage. Is paul talking about women deacons or the wives of deacons? In 1st Timothy 3:11-13, the rest of the qualifications of a deacon are considered.

1 Timothy 3:8-13 lists the qualifications for a deacon. Deacons are not a board of directors, but servants of the church. They complement the office of Pastor.

This message continues the list of the qualifications for Pastor that are given in 1st Timothy 3:2-7. A man who would serve as Pastor, must be called by God and meet these qualifications.

When Christ was hanging on the cross, there were seven times that he spoke. Each one of these is significant. Theological truths are unfolded as we gaze on the Savior dying for us.

Easter, maybe better known as Resurrection Sunday, is a time to reflect on the work of Christ. As Jesus hung on the cross, there were seven times that he spoke. Each one of these statements is significant.

The Qualifications of a Pastor are given in 1 Timothy 3:2-7. If a man is called by the Holy Spirit, he will meet these qualifications.

A man who serves in the office of Pastor must be one who has been called by God and ordained by a local church. In 1st Timothy 3:1, Paul says, "if anyone aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires t

While the World debates whether to enact the draft for women, God's word is clear that there are different roles by design. In 1 Timothy 2:8-15, Corporate Worship guidelines are given for men and women.

The Christian Life is a battle. In 1 Timothy 1:18-20, we are reminded that we need to be "fighting the good fight."

Scripture gives repeated warnings about False Teachers. In 1st Timothy 1:3-11, Paul instructs Timothy in what to do about these teachers. As more scandals erupt in the news every day, this passage could not be more rel