and not a new convert, so that he will not become (A)conceited and fall into (B)condemnation [a]incurred by the devil. And he must (C)have a good reputation with (D)those outside the church, so that he will not fall into [b]disgrace and (E)the snare of the devil.

(F)Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not [c]insincere, (G)not prone to drink much wine, (H)not greedy for money,

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Timothy 3:6 Lit of the devil
  2. 1 Timothy 3:7 Or reproach
  3. 1 Timothy 3:8 Or given to double-talk

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