In Context

6 not a new convert, lest having been puffed up he may fall to a judgment of the devil;

7 and it behoveth him also to have a good testimony from those without, that he may not fall into reproach and a snare of the devil.

8 Ministrants — in like manner grave, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not given to filthy lucre,

9 having the secret of the faith in a pure conscience,

10 and let these also first be proved, then let them minister, being unblameable.

11 Women — in like manner grave, not false accusers, vigilant, faithful in all things.

1 Timothy 3:9 in Other Translations