1 Timothy 3:8

8In the same way, deacons3:8 The word deacons refers here to Christians designated to serve with the overseers/elders of the church in a variety of ways; similarly in verse 12; and in Romans 16:1 and Phil. 1:1. are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.

8Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not 3:8 Or given to double-talkinsincere, not prone to drink much wine, not greedy for money,

8Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain,

8 3:8 Though the Greek word for “deacon” does not occur in Acts (only Paul uses it), it is generally thought that the origin of the office or ministry is found in Acts 6:1-6, where Luke reports that seven men were appointed to assist the church leaders in serving and ministering to members of the congregation.Deacons likewise must be men worthy of respect [honorable, financially ethical, of good character], not double-tongued [speakers of half-truths], not addicted to wine, not greedy for dishonest gain,

8Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued or given to much wine or greedy for money.

8In the same way, deacons must be worthy of respect. They must be honest and true. They must not drink too much wine. They must not try to get money by cheating people.