1 Timothy 3:8-13 ▼

8 Deacons, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not hypocritical, not drinking a lot of wine, not greedy for money,

9 holding the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.

10 They must also be tested first; if they prove blameless, then they can serve as deacons.

11 Wives, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not slanderers, self-controlled, faithful in everything.

12 Deacons are to be husbands of one wife, managing their children and their own households competently.

13 For those who have served well as deacons acquire a good standing for themselves and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.