1 Timothy 3:12-14
New American Standard Bible
12 (A)Deacons must be (B)husbands of one wife, and [a](C)good managers of their children and their own households. 13 For those who have served well as deacons (D)obtain for themselves a [b]high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.
14 I am writing these things to you, hoping to come to you before long;
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- 1 Timothy 3:12 Lit managing well
- 1 Timothy 3:13 Lit good
1 Timothy 3:12-14
New International Version
12 A deacon must be faithful to his wife(A) and must manage his children and his household well.(B) 13 Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus.
Reasons for Paul’s Instructions
14 Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that,
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