despiseκαταφρονείτω
kataphroneitō · Greek Verb
To look down upon, slight, or treat with contempt. In this context, it refers to the tendency to disregard or dismiss someone's authority due to their age or status.
exampleτύπος
typos · Greek Noun
A model, pattern, or impression left by a die. It signifies a life that serves as a visible, imitable standard for others to follow in godliness.
loveἀγάπῃ
agapē · Greek Noun
In a theological sense, this is the Greek word 'agape,' referring to a self-sacrificial, intentional, and unconditional love that seeks the highest good of another, modeled perfectly by God.
faithπίστει
pistei · Greek Noun
A firm conviction, trust, and reliance upon God and His promises. It is both the content of what is believed (the gospel) and the personal posture of faithfulness toward God.
purityἁγνείᾳ
hagneia · Greek Noun
Moral blamelessness and integrity, specifically regarding inner thoughts, motives, and sexual or relational conduct. It signifies being clean and set apart from worldliness.
public readingἀναγνώσει
anagnōsei · Greek Noun
The act of reading aloud to an assembly. In the early church, this was essential for the corporate hearing of the inspired Word of God.
exhortationπαρακλήσει
paraklēsei · Greek Noun
A formal appeal, urging, or comforting encouragement. It involves calling people to live according to the truth that has been taught.
giftχάρισμα
charisma · Greek Noun
A special endowment or spiritual enablement granted by the Holy Spirit for the benefit of the church. It is given by grace (charis) to equip believers for service.
prophecyπροφητείας
prophēteias · Greek Noun
A divine utterance or message communicated through a person by the Holy Spirit. In the apostolic age, it often involved direct revelation or confirmation of God's will for a person's ministry.
council of eldersπρεσβυτερίου
presbyteriou · Greek Noun
A group of elders or leaders. It refers to the collective leadership within the church that oversees doctrinal purity and ministry commissioning.
laid their handsἐπιθέσεως τῶν χειρῶν
epitheseōs tōn cheirōn · Greek Noun phrase
The act of laying on hands represents the impartation of a blessing, the formal commissioning into a role of service, or the identification of a person with the ministry of the church.
immerse yourselfἴσθι ἐν τούτοις
isthi en toutois · Greek Verb phrase
To be deeply occupied with, to dwell in, or to be absorbed in something. It implies a state of continuous commitment and intensive application.
progressπροκοπή
prokopē · Greek Noun
Growth, advancement, or success. In a ministry context, it signifies the evident maturity and increasing effectiveness of a servant of God.
Keep a close watch onἐπέχω
epechō · Greek Verb
To pay strict attention to, to guard, or to exercise careful oversight. It implies a sense of spiritual vigilance and guarding against corruption, both internally and externally.
teachingδιδασκαλία
didaskalia · Greek Noun
In the context of the New Testament, this refers to the body of apostolic doctrine or the instruction handed down from Christ and the apostles. It is the truth of the Gospel and the faith that must be guarded and passed on.
Persistἐπιμένω
epimenō · Greek Verb
To remain or stay in a state of consistent action; to continue without wavering or ceasing. It implies endurance and stability in one's commitment or practice.
saveσῴζω
sōzō · Greek Verb
In a biblical context, this refers to the deliverance from the penalty, power, or ultimate presence of sin and death. It denotes being brought into a state of wholeness, relationship with God, and eternal life.
