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1 Timothy 3:6-8
English Standard Version
1 Timothy 3:6-8
English Standard Version
6 He must not be a recent convert, or he may (A)become puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. 7 Moreover, he must be well thought of by (B)outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into (C)a snare of the devil.
Qualifications for Deacons
8 (D)Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued,[a] (E)not addicted to much wine, (F)not greedy for dishonest gain.
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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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