1 Timothy 3:10

The Text-Critical English New Testament

They must first be tested; if they are above reproach, let them serve as deacons.

Cross References

1 Corinthians 1:8

He will strengthen you to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Colossians 1:22

through the death of Christ in his physical body to present you holy, unblemished, and above reproach before him,

1 Timothy 3:13

For those who have served well as deacons obtain a good standing for themselves along with great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

1 Timothy 3:2

Therefore the overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, sensible, respectable, hospitable, able to teach,

1 Timothy 3:6

He must not be a new convert, or he might become puffed up and fall into the condemnation of the devil.

1 Timothy 5:22

Do not lay hands on anyone hastily, and do not take part in the sins of others; keep yoʋrself pure.

1 John 4:1

Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see if they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.