Parallel Bible results for "1 Timothy 3:1"

1 Timothy 3:1

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1 The Word is faithful, If anyone desires <em>the office</em> of a bishop, {to be a pastor or elder in the congregation}, he desires a difficult ministry.
1 Here is a trustworthy saying: Whoever aspires to be an overseer desires a noble task.
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