Titus 1:5-7

Contemporary English Version

What Titus Was To Do in Crete

⁵ I left you in Crete to do what had been left undone and to appoint leaders^[a] for the churches in each town. As I told you, ^6 (A) they must have a good reputation and be faithful in marriage.^[b] Their children must be followers of the Lord and not have a reputation for being wild and disobedient.

⁷ Church officials^[c] are in charge of God's work, and so they must also have a good reputation. They must not be bossy, quick-tempered, heavy drinkers, bullies, or dishonest in business.