“But refuse to put younger widows on the list”: No widow was to be placed on the roll for permanent support, even if she was completely without husband or children.

1 Timothy 5:11 “For”: The reason for the rejection or the wisdom behind this verse.

1 Timothy 5:11 “When they feel sensual desires”: Note, nothing is wrong with such desires, for Paul will command them to marry (1 Timothy 5:14).

1 Timothy 5:11 “In disregard of Christ, they want to get married”: Note, sensual desires and wanting to get married refer to the same thing in this context. Sensual desires are in this context are not connected with adultery or fornication. What is meant by “disregard of Christ” is explained in the next verse.

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