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1 Timothy 3:7
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1 Timothy 3:7
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He must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap.
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1 Timothy 3:7 in Other Translations
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Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.
ESV
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Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil.
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Also, people outside the church must speak well of him so that he will not be disgraced and fall into the devil’s trap.
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Outsiders must think well of him, or else the Devil will figure out a way to lure him into his trap.
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Furthermore, he must have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he does not fall into disgrace and the Devil's trap.
1 Timothy 3:7 In-Context
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(If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church?)
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He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same judgment as the devil.
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He must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil’s trap.
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In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.
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They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.
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Mark 4:11
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2 Timothy 2:26
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