1 Timothy 3:13 Meaning
For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.
Context Explained
11Even so must their wives be grave, not slanderers, sober, faithful in all things.
12Let the deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well.
13For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.
14These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly:
15But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Philippians 1:27
Both verses encourage living out one's faith actively.
1 Corinthians 3:14
This verse speaks about receiving a reward for faithful service, similar to the deacon's role.
2 Timothy 4:7
Paul speaks of finishing the race, which relates to the faithful service of deacons.
Source: 1 Timothy 3:13