4. one who manages his own household competently, having his children under control with all dignity.
5. (If anyone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of God’s church?)
6. He must not be a new convert, or he might become conceited and fall into the condemnation of the Devil.
7. Furthermore, he must have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he does not fall into disgrace and the Devil’s trap.
8. Deacons, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not hypocritical, not drinking a lot of wine, not greedy for money,
9. holding the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.
10. And they must also be tested first; if they prove blameless, then they can serve as deacons.