1 Timothy 5:25
In like manner also the good works are openly manifest; and those that are otherwise can not be hidden.
The New Testament, American Bible Union (1865)
In The King James Version
In Context
24The sins of some men are openly manifest, going before to judgment; and some men they follow after.
Cross References
Matthew 5:16Thus let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.
Luke 11:33No one, having lighted a lamp, puts it in a secret place, or under the bushel, but on the lamp-stand, that they who come in may see the light.
Acts 10:22And they said: Cornelius, a centurion, a just man, and one that fears God, and of good report among all the nation of the Jews, was warned from God by a holy angel to send for thee to his house; and to hear words from thee.
Acts 22:12And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report from all the Jews who dwelt there,
Philippians 1:11being filled with the fruit of righteousness, which is by Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.
Matthew Henry on 1 Timothy 5:18-25
Directions Concerning Elders; Concerning Church Discipline. ( a. d. 64.) 17 Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. 18 For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward. 19 Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses. 20 Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear. 21 I charge thee before God, and the Lord Jesus… Read the whole commentary →