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Along with [[II Timothy]] and [[Titus]] it is considered one of the Pastoral Epistles (letters written regarding the conduct of church leaders).
Along with [[II Timothy]] and [[Titus]] it is considered one of the Pastoral Epistles (letters written regarding the conduct of church leaders).
The main theme of the book is church organization and leadership. Chapter 3 discusses the qualifications for deacons and elders, while Chapter 5 discusses the church's responsibility for the care of widows, respect for elders, and members in general.
The main theme of the book is church organization and leadership. Chapter 3 discusses the qualifications for deacons and elders, while Chapter 5 discusses the church's responsibility for the care of widows, respect for elders, and members in general.