Having addressed proper handling of widows in the church, compensation for elders, and how
to address accusations against elders, Paul tells Timothy just how serious these matters are
and the precautions he must take: these things don’t just take place in front of humans but God
and the angels, which is why he must not prejudge or favor anyone. And he must take his time
when ordaining new pastors/deacons otherwise he too will bear the consequence of their sins.
