1 Timothy 3:7-13

MNT(i) 7 He should also have a good reputation among outsiders, lest he fall into reproach, and into a snare of the devil. 8 Deacons, likewise, must be serious, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of gain, 9 holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience. 10 They should first be tested, and after that, if they are found irreproachable, let them serve as deacons. 11 Deaconesses likewise must be grave, not slanderers, sober, faithful in all things. 12 Let deacons be the husband of but one wife, men who rule their children and their household properly. 13 For those who have well discharged the duties of a deacon are gaining an honorable position for themselves, as well as much fearless confidence in the faith of Christ Jesus.