ISV(i)
3 He must not drink excessively or be a violent person, but instead be gentle. He must not be argumentative or love money.
4 He must manage his own family well and have children who are submissive and respectful in every way.
5 For if a man does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church?
6 He must not be a recent convert, so that he won’t become arrogant and fall into the devil’s condemnation.
7 He must be well thought of by outsiders, so he doesn’t fall into disgrace and the trap set for him by the devil.
8 Ministers, too, must be serious. They must not be two-faced, addicted to wine, or greedy for money. 9 They must hold firmly to the secret of the faith with clear consciences. 10 But they must first be tested. Then, if they prove to be blameless, they may become ministers.
8 Ministers, too, must be serious. They must not be two-faced, addicted to wine, or greedy for money. 9 They must hold firmly to the secret of the faith with clear consciences. 10 But they must first be tested. Then, if they prove to be blameless, they may become ministers.