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1 Timothy 3:7

He must also have a good reputation with those outside, so that he does not fall into disgrace and the trap of the devil.

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In The King James Version

Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

In Context

6He should not be a new convert, so that he does not swell with pride and might fall into condemnation as the devil.

8Deacons, likewise, should be dignified, not double-talkers. They should not drink too much wine or be greedy.

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Cross References

Mark 4:11He said to them, “To you is given the mystery of the kingdom of God. But to those outside everything is in parables, 1

Acts 10:22They said, “A centurion named Cornelius, a righteous man and one who worships God, and is well spoken of by all the nation of the Jews, was told by a holy angel of God to send for you to come to his house, so he could listen to a message from you.”

1 Corinthians 5:12For how am I involved with judging those who are outside the church? Instead, are you not to judge those who are inside the church?

2 Corinthians 6:3We do not place a stumbling block in front of anyone, for we do not wish our ministry to be discredited.

Colossians 4:5Walk in wisdom toward those outside, and redeem the time.

1 Thessalonians 5:22Avoid every appearance of evil.

Matthew Henry on 1 Timothy 3:2-8

Duties of Bishops and Deacons. ( a. d. 64.) 1 This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. 2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; 3 Not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; 4 One that ruleth well his own house, having his children in subjection with all gravity; 5 (For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how… Read the whole commentary →

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