Similarly good works are also obvious, and the ones that are not cannot remain hidden.

and has a reputation for good works: as one who has raised children, practiced hospitality, washed the feet of the saints, helped those in distress – as one who has exhibited all kinds of good works.

This saying is trustworthy: “If someone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a good work.”

Elders who provide effective leadership must be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard in speaking and teaching.

In fact this is why we work hard and struggle, because we have set our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of believers.

Tell them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, to be generous givers, sharing with others.

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

But those who have believing masters must not show them less respect because they are brothers. Instead they are to serve all the more, because those who benefit from their service are believers and dearly loved.Teach them and exhort them about these things.

And besides that, going around from house to house they learn to be lazy, and they are not only lazy, but also gossips and busybodies, talking about things they should not.

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.

For the scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” and, “The worker deserves his pay.”