These verses list the overseer qualifications that verse 1 introduces as a 'noble task'.

In 1 Timothy 1:15, the same 'trustworthy saying' formula appears—a stylistic marker Paul uses for key statements.

In 1 Timothy 4:9, the exact 'trustworthy saying' formula is repeated—reinforcing Paul's pattern of highlighting crucial teachings.

Acts 20:28 charges overseers to care for the church, directly connecting to the role Paul calls a noble task.

Titus 1:7 gives qualifications for an overseer, echoing the office mentioned here as a noble work.

In 1 Peter 5:2, Peter exhorts elders to shepherd willingly — directly parallel to the bishop's good work Paul describes.

Acts 1:20 uses 'office' (episkopē) for Judas' role, linking to the overseer office aspired to here.

Philippians 1:1 addresses 'overseers' (episkopoi), the same office Paul describes as a noble task.