Men's Leadership & Discipleship Class 1 Tim 3:8-16
The office of Deacons v8
Likewise deacons: An example of the appointment of deacons is in Acts 6:1–6, where the apostles saw the need for those to distribute the daily assistance to the widows among the church, yet did not have the time to distribute the aid themselves. They chose men to act essentially as deacons in that church.
The Qualifications
respected
have integrity.
They must not be heavy drinkers
or dishonest with money
9 They must be committed to the mystery of the faith now revealed and must live with a clear conscience
Testing
10 Before they are appointed as deacons, let them be closely examined. If they pass the test, then let them serve as deacons.
Family Life
11 In the same way, their wives must be respected and must not slander others. They must exercise self-control and be faithful in everything they do.
11 In the same way, their wives must be respected and must not slander others.
12 A deacon must be faithful to his wife, and he must manage his children and household well. 13 Those who do well as deacons will be rewarded with respect from others and will have increased confidence in their faith in Christ Jesus.
14 I am writing these things to you now, even though I hope to be with you soon, 15 so that if I am delayed, you will know how people must conduct themselves in the household of God. This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth.
This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth.
the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth.
16 Without question, this is the great mystery of our faith:
Christ was revealed in a human body
and vindicated by the Spirit.
He was seen by angels
and announced to the nations.
He was believed in throughout the world
and taken to heaven in glory.