but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.

Qualifications of Overseers

This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work.

well reported for good works: if she has brought up children, if she has lodged strangers, if she has washed the saints’ feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she has diligently followed every good work.

Likewise, the good works of some are clearly evident, and those that are otherwise cannot be hidden.

Let them do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to give, willing to share,