1 Timothy 3:6

6He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same judgment as the devil.

6and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into condemnation 3:6 Lit of the devilincurred by the devil.

6and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil.

6and He must not be a new convert, so that he will not [behave stupidly and] become conceited [by appointment to this high office] and fall into the [same] condemnation incurred by the devil [for his arrogance and pride]. [Is 14:12-14]

6He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall under the same condemnation as the devil.

6The leader must not be a new believer. If he is, he might become proud. Then he would be judged just like the devil.