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1 Timothy 3:7-9
English Standard Version
1 Timothy 3:7-9
English Standard Version
7 Moreover, he must be well thought of by (A)outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into (B)a snare of the devil.
Qualifications for Deacons
8 (C)Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued,[a] (D)not addicted to much wine, (E)not greedy for dishonest gain. 9 They must (F)hold the mystery of the faith with (G)a clear conscience.
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- 1 Timothy 3:8 Or devious in speech
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The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.
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