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12 Ministrants -- let them be of one wife husbands; the children leading well, and their own houses,

13 for those who did minister well a good step to themselves do acquire, and much boldness in faith that [is] in Christ Jesus.

14 These things I write to thee, hoping to come unto thee soon,

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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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