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1 Timothy 3:7-9
International Standard Version
1 Timothy 3:7-9
International Standard Version
7 He must be well thought of by outsiders, so he doesn’t[a] fall into disgrace and the trap set for him by[b] the Devil.
8 Deacons,[c] too, must be serious. They must not be two-faced,[d] addicted to wine, or greedy for money. 9 They must hold firmly to the secret of the faith with clear consciences.
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- 1 Timothy 3:7 Lit. outsiders, lest he
- 1 Timothy 3:7 Lit. the trap of
- 1 Timothy 3:8 Or Ministers
- 1 Timothy 3:8 Lit. double-worded
1 Timothy 3:7-9
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1 Timothy 3:7-9
New International Version
7 He must also have a good reputation with outsiders,(A) so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap.(B)
8 In the same way, deacons[a](C) are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine,(D) and not pursuing dishonest gain. 9 They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.(E)
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- 1 Timothy 3:8 The word deacons refers here to Christians designated to serve with the overseers/elders of the church in a variety of ways; similarly in verse 12; and in Romans 16:1 and Phil. 1:1.
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