6. He must not be a new believer, or he may become puffed up and fall into the same judgment as the devil.
7. Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with those outside, so that he will not fall into disgrace and the devil’s trap.
8. Servant-leaders likewise must be dignified, not double-speaking, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain.
9. They must keep hold of the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience.
10. Also let them first be tested—then let those who are blameless serve as servant-leaders.
11. Women likewise must be dignified, not backbiting; clear-minded, trustworthy in every respect.
12. Let servant-leaders be husbands of one wife, managing their children and their own households well.
13. For those who have served well as servant-leaders gain for themselves a good standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Messiah Yeshua.
14. These things I write to you, hoping to come to you shortly.
15. But if I delay, I write so you may know how one ought to conduct himself in the household of God—which is the community of the living God, a pillar and foundation of truth.