1 Timothy 5:25

In the same way noble deeds become conspicuous, and those which are otherwise cannot be concealed.

Twentieth Century New Testament

In The King James Version

Likewise also the good works of some are manifest beforehand; and they that are otherwise cannot be hid.

In Context

24There are some men whose sins are conspicuous and lead on to judgment, while there are others whose sins dog their steps.

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Cross References

Matthew 5:16Let your light so shine before the eyes of your fellow men, that, seeing your good actions, they may praise your Father who is in Heaven.

Luke 11:33No one sets light to a lamp, and then puts it in the cellar or under the corn-measure, but he puts it on the lamp-stand, so that any one who comes in may see the light.

Acts 10:22The men replied: “Our captain, Cornelius, a pious man who reverences God and is well spoken of by the whole Jewish nation, has been instructed by a holy angel to send for you to his house, and to listen to what you have to say.”

Acts 22:12There a man named Ananias, a strict observer of our Law, well spoken of by all the Jewish inhabitants, came to see me.

Philippians 1:11bearing a rich harvest of that righteousness which comes through 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 →

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