1 Timothy 5:17-22
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17aThe elders who blead well are to be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who clabor 1at preaching the word and teaching. 18For the Scripture says, “aYou shall not muzzle the ox while it is threshing,” and “bThe laborer is worthy of his wages.” 19Do not receive an accusation against an aelder except on the basis of btwo or three witnesses. 20Those who continue in sin, areprove in the presence of all, bso that the rest also will be fearful. 21aI solemnly charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of His elect angels, to observe these instructions without bias, doing nothing in partiality. 22aDo not lay hands upon anyone hastily and 1thereby share bresponsibility for the sins of others; keep yourself pure.