1It is true that anyone who desires to be a church official wants to be something worthwhile.
2That's why officials must have a good reputation and be faithful in marriage. They must be self-controlled, sensible, well-behaved, friendly to strangers, and able to teach. should be serious. They must not be liars, heavy drinkers, or greedy for money.
9And they must have a clear conscience and hold firmly to what God has shown us about our faith.
10They must first prove themselves. Then if no one has anything against them, they can serve as officers.
11Women must also be serious. They must not gossip or be heavy drinkers, and they must be faithful in everything they do.
12Church officers must be faithful in marriage. They must be in full control of their children and everyone else in their home.
13Those who serve well as officers will earn a good reputation and will be highly respected for their faith in Christ Jesus.
The mystery of our religion14I hope to visit you soon. But I am writing these instructions,
15so that if I am delayed, you will know how everyone who belongs to God's family ought to behave. After all, the church of the living God is the strong foundation of truth.
16Here is the great mystery of our religion:
Christ came as a human.
The Spirit proved
that he pleased God,
and he was seen by angels.
Christ was preached
to the nations.
People in this world
put their faith in him,
and he was taken up to glory.
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