1 Timothy 3:4-12

New International Version

⁴ He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full^[a] respect.^{(A) 5} (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church?)^{(B) 6} He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited^(C) and fall under the same judgment^(D) as the devil. ⁷ He must also have a good reputation with outsiders,^(E) so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap.^(F)

⁸ In the same way, deacons^[b](G) are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine,^(H) and not pursuing dishonest gain. ⁹ They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.^{(I) 10} They must first be tested;^(J) and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.

¹¹ In the same way, the women^[c] are to be worthy of respect, not malicious talkers^(K) but temperate^(L) and trustworthy in everything.

¹² A deacon must be faithful to his wife^(M) and must manage his children and his household well.^(N)