1 Timothy 3:6-8
Legacy Standard Bible
6 and not a new convert, so that he will not become (A)conceited and fall into the (B)condemnation of the devil. 7 And he must (C)have a good reputation with (D)those outside the church, so that he will not fall into reproach and (E)the snare of the devil.
8 (F)Deacons likewise must be dignified, not [a]double-tongued, (G)not indulging in much wine, (H)not fond of dishonest gain,
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- 1 Timothy 3:8 Or given to double-talk
1 Timothy 3:6-8
New International Version
6 He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited(A) and fall under the same judgment(B) as the devil. 7 He must also have a good reputation with outsiders,(C) so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap.(D)
8 In the same way, deacons[a](E) are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine,(F) and not pursuing dishonest gain.
Footnotes
- 1 Timothy 3:8 The word deacons refers here to Christians designated to serve with the overseers/elders of the church in a variety of ways; similarly in verse 12; and in Romans 16:1 and Phil. 1:1.
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