1 Timothy 3:12

The English Standar Version

Let deacons each be the husband of one wife, managing their children and their own households well.

Cross References

Philippians 1:1

Paul and Timothy, servants[1] of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers[2] and deacons:[3]

1 Timothy 3:2

Therefore an overseer[1] must be above reproach, the husband of one wife,[2] sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,

1 Timothy 3:8

Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued,[3] not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.