Bible passage on teachers in the new testament

Here are some Bible passages on teachers in the New Testament:

  1. Matthew 5:19-20: "Therefore anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven." (Jesus emphasizes the importance of teaching and living out God's commands.)
  2. Matthew 23:2-3: "The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses' seat. So you must obey them and do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach." (Jesus warns against following the example of teachers who do not live out their own teachings.)
  3. Mark 4:33-34: "With many similar parables Jesus spoke the word to them, as much as they could understand. He did not say anything to them without using a parable. But when he was alone with his disciples, he explained everything to them." (Jesus teaches his disciples using parables, emphasizing the importance of understanding and applying his teachings.)
  4. Luke 10:25-37: The parable of the Good Samaritan (Jesus teaches that true teachers are those who demonstrate compassion and care for others, rather than just speaking about God's laws.)
  5. John 13:12-15: "When he had finished washing their feet, he put on his clothes and returned to the table. 'Do you understand what I have done for you?' he asked them. 'You call me Teacher and Lord, and rightly so, for that is what I am. Now that the Teacher, the Lord of heaven and earth, has sent his angel to you—what greater honor could you have than to receive such a message as this?' With a loud voice they cried out: 'Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!'" (Jesus emphasizes his role as Teacher and Lord, and the importance of receiving his teachings.)
  6. 1 Timothy 4:11-12: "Command and teach these things. Don't let anyone look down on you because you follow these rules in the faith. Keep a close eye on yourself and on the teaching. Stay true to what is right, and don't get mixed up with those who are false to the faith." (Paul encourages Timothy to teach and command others to follow God's teachings, while also being mindful of false teachings.)
  7. 2 Timothy 2:2: "And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses, entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others." (Paul passes on his teachings to Timothy, emphasizing the importance of teaching others.)

These passages highlight the importance of teaching and living out God's teachings, as well as the responsibility of teachers to demonstrate compassion, care, and integrity in their ministry.