1 Timothy 5:17-22

Tree of Life Version

¹⁷ The elders who lead well are worthy of honor and honorarium^[a]—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,”^[b] and, “The worker is worthy of his wage.” ^{[c] 19} Do not accept an accusation against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses. ^{[d] 20} Correct those who continue sinning in the presence of everyone, so that the rest also may fear.^[e]

²¹ I solemnly charge you—before God and Messiah Yeshua and the chosen angels—to observe these things without taking sides, doing nothing out of favoritism. ²² Do not lay hands on anyone hastily or take part in the sins of others—keep yourself pure.