What does 1 Timothy 3:7 mean?

1 Timothy 3:7 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply 1 Timothy 3:7 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

5(For if a man know not how to rule his own house, how shall he take care of the church of God?)

6Not a novice, lest being lifted up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil.

7Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

8Likewise must the deacons be grave, not doubletongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre;

9Holding the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience.

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