7. Furthermore, he must have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he does not fall into disgrace and the Devil’s trap.
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. And they must also be tested first; if they prove blameless, then they can serve as deacons.
11. Wives, too, must be worthy of respect, not slanderers, self-controlled, faithful in everything.
12. Deacons must 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.
14. I write these things to you, hoping to come to you soon.
15. But if I should be delayed, I have written so that you will know how people ought to act in God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.