Those guilty of sin must be rebuked before all, as a warning to the rest.

but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess reverence for God.

But you, as a person dedicated to God, keep away from all that. Instead pursue righteousness, godliness, faithfulness, love, endurance, and gentleness.

even for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

He must not be a recent convert or he may become arrogant and fall into the punishment that the devil will exact.

For those who have served well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.