11. But refuse younger widows; for when their sensual desires draw them away from the Messiah, they want to get married—
12. facing judgment because they have set aside their previous pledge.
13. And at the same time, they also learn to be idle, going around from house to house—and not just idle, but also gossipers and busybodies, saying things they should not.
14. Therefore, I want the younger widows to get married, have children, manage a household, and give no opportunity to the enemy for slander.
15. For some have already gone astray after satan.
16. If any woman of faith has widows in need, let her help them and not let the community be burdened, so it may help the real widows.
17. The elders who lead well are worthy of honor and honorarium—especially those who work hard in the word and teaching.
18. For the Scripture says, “You shall not muzzle the ox while he is threshing,” and, “The worker is worthy of his wage.”
19. Do not accept an accusation against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses.