1 Timothy 3:8-13

Common English Bible

Servants in God’s household

⁸ In the same way, servants^[a] in the church should be dignified, not two-faced, heavy drinkers, or greedy for money. ⁹ They should hold on to the faith that has been revealed with a clear conscience. ¹⁰ They should also be tested and then serve if they are without fault. ¹¹ In the same way, women who are servants^[b] in the church should be dignified and not gossip. They should be sober and faithful in everything they do. ¹² Servants^[c] must be faithful to their spouse and manage their children and their own households well. ¹³ Those who have served well gain a good standing and considerable confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.