The Qualifications of Deacons: Part 2

v. 8 -

worthy of respect - They do what they say they are going to do.

not hypocritical - they don’t expect things from others they are not willing to do themselves

not drinking a lot of wine - a lifestyle that is noticeably different from the world

not greedy for money - they don’t use their service to get rich off the struggles of others

v. 9 -

holding the mystery of the faith - they are active in sharing their faith with others

v. 10

Tested first - evaluation of their character and service

v.12

husbands of one wife - one woman man