1Ti 5:5 | MHM | STEP | v. 5-6 : Paul describes a "widow indeed" as someone who is desolate, and trusteth in God , continuing in prayer and faith (1 Timothy 5:5 ). Such widows are devoted to God and rely on Him completely. In contrast, a widow who lives in pleasure is spiritually dead (1 Timothy 5:6 ). The church should not support widows who live selfishly or indulge in sinful behavior.

‏ 1 Timothy 5:5

v. 5-6: Paul describes a "widow indeed" as someone who is desolate, and trusteth in God, continuing in prayer and faith (1 Timothy 5:5 ^a). Such widows are devoted to God and rely on Him completely. In contrast, a widow who lives in pleasure is spiritually dead (1 Timothy 5:6 ^b). The church should not support widows who live selfishly or indulge in sinful behavior.