1 Timothy 5:11

11 But don't accept younger widows for the list. When their physical desires distract them from Christ, they will want to get married.

1 Timothy 5:11 In-Context

9 Put a widow on the list who is older than 60 years old and who was faithful to her husband.
10 She should have a reputation for doing good: raising children, providing hospitality to strangers, washing the feet of the saints, helping those in distress, and dedicating herself to every kind of good thing.
11 But don't accept younger widows for the list. When their physical desires distract them from Christ, they will want to get married.
12 Then they will be judged for setting aside their earlier commitment.
13 Also, they learn to be lazy by going from house to house. They are not only lazy, but they also become gossips and busybodies, talking about things they shouldn't.
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