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An anonymous older adult watches a younger person support a sapling beside a mature tree.
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1 Timothy 3:6

Maturity Before Responsibility

Character for the Household of God · 1 Timothy 3

Story guide: Visual essay: The sapling and mature tree symbolize patience before assigning responsibility.

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6He must not be a recent convert, so that he may not become puffed up and fall into the judgment of the devil.

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