[3:8] Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.
[3:9] They must hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.
[3:10] And let them also be tested first; then let them serve as deacons if they prove themselves blameless.
[3:11] Their wives likewise must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded, faithful in all things.
[3:12] Let deacons each be the husband of one wife, managing their children and their own households well.
[3:13] For those who serve well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and also great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.