4 managing his own household well, having children in submission with all dignity
5 (but if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?),
6 not newly converted, lest he become conceited and fall into the condemnation of the devil.
7 But he must also have a good testimony from those outside, in order that he may not fall into disgrace and the trap of the devil.
8 Deacons likewise must be dignified, not insincere, not devoted to much wine, not fond of dishonest gain,
9 holding the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience,
10 and these also must be tested first; then let them serve if they are above reproach.