1 Timothy 3:9 “They must hold to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.”

1 Timothy 3:9

They must hold to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

Holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience.

World English Bible

holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience.

American Standard Version

holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience.

Geneva Bible 1599

Hauing the mysterie of the faith in pure conscience.

Darby Translation

holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience.

Young's Literal Translation

having the secret of the faith in a pure conscience,

Bible in Basic English

Keeping the secret of the faith in a heart free from sin.

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Cross references

“Holding”

1 Timothy 1:19 1 Timothy 1:5

1 Timothy 1:19 · BSB

holding on to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and thereby shipwrecked their faith.

1 Timothy 1:5 · BSB

The goal of our instruction is the love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and a sincere faith.

“the mystery”

1 Timothy 3:16 2 John 1:9 2 John 1:10

1 Timothy 3:16 · BSB

By common confession, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in the flesh, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was proclaimed among the nations, was believed in throughout the world, was taken up in…

2 John 1:9 · BSB

Anyone who runs ahead without remaining in the teaching of Christ does not have God. Whoever remains in His teaching has both the Father and the Son.

2 John 1:10 · BSB

If anyone comes to you but does not bring this teaching, do not receive him into your home or even greet him.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

8Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued or given to much wine or greedy for money.

10Additionally, they must first be tested. Then, if they are above reproach, let them serve as deacons.

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