1 Timothy 5:22-24

Contemporary English Version

²² Don't be too quick to accept people into the service of the Lord^[a] by placing your hands on them.

Don't sin because others do, but stay close to God.

²³ Stop drinking only water. Take a little wine to help your stomach trouble and the other illnesses you often have.

²⁴ Some people get caught in their sins almost at once, even before the time of judgment. But other people's sins don't show up until later.