12 The men who are special servants must be faithful in marriage. They must be good leaders of children and their own families.
13 Those who do well as special servants are making an honorable place for themselves. And they will feel very sure of their faith in Christ Jesus.
14 I hope I can come to you soon. But I am writing this to you now,
15 so that, even if I cannot come soon, you will know how people should live in the family of God. That family is the church of the living God. And God’s church is the support and foundation of the truth.