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1 Timothy 3:8-12
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1 Timothy 3:8-12
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8
In the same way, deacons
[a]
are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.
9
They must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience.
10
They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.
11
In the same way, the women
[b]
are to be worthy of respect, not malicious talkers but temperate and trustworthy in everything.
12
A deacon must be faithful to his wife and must manage his children and his household well.
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1.
Philippians 1:1
2.
1 Timothy 5:23
;
Titus 1:7
;
Titus 2:3
3.
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Acts 23:1
;
1 Timothy 1:19
4.
1 Timothy 5:22
5.
2 Timothy 3:3
;
Titus 2:3
6.
ver 2
7.
ver 2
8.
ver 4
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[a].
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; Romans 16:1 and Phil. 1:1.
[b].
Possibly deacons’ wives or women who are deacons
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