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1 Timothy 3:12-14
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
1 Timothy 3:12-14
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
12 Let deacons be men of one woman, leading their children and their own households well. 13 For the ones having served well obtain for themselves a good standing[a] and great confidence[b] in their[c] faith in Christ Jesus.
I Am Writing So You Will Know How To Conduct Yourself In The Church
14 I am writing these things to you hoping to come to you quickly,
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- 1 Timothy 3:13 Or, rank, degree of respect.
- 1 Timothy 3:13 Or, boldness.
- 1 Timothy 3:13 Or, in the faith which is in.
1 Timothy 3:12-14
New International Version
1 Timothy 3:12-14
New International Version
12 A deacon must be faithful to his wife(A) and must manage his children and his household well.(B) 13 Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus.
Reasons for Paul’s Instructions
14 Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that,
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