1 Timothy 3:13

Those who have filled that post with honour gain for themselves an honorable position, as well as great confidence through the faith that they place in Christ Jesus.

Matthew 25:21

'Well done, good, trustworthy servant!' said his master. 'You have been trustworthy with a small sum; now I will place a large one in your hands; come and share your master's joy!'

Matthew 20:28

Just as the Son of Man came, not to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."

Luke 16:10-12

He who is trustworthy in the smallest matter is trustworthy in a great one also; and he who is dishonest in the smallest matter is dishonest in a great one also.

Luke 19:17

'Well done, good servant!' exclaimed the master. 'As you have proved trustworthy in a very small matter, I appoint you governor over ten towns.'

Acts 6:5

This proposal was unanimously agreed to; and the disciples chose Stephen--a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit--and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas of Antioch, a former convert to Judaism;

Acts 6:8

Meanwhile Stephen, divinely helped and strengthened, was showing great wonders and signs among the people.

Acts 6:15-53

The eyes of all the members of the Council were riveted upon Stephen, and they saw his face looking like the face of an angel.

Acts 21:35

When Paul reached the steps, he was actually being carried by the soldiers, owing to the violence of the mob;

Romans 12:7-8

If it is to minister to others, let us devote ourselves to our ministry; the teacher to his teaching,

1 Corinthians 16:15

I have another request to make of you, Brothers. You remember Stephanas and his household, and that they were the first-fruits gathered in from Greece, and set themselves to serve Christ's People.

Philippians 1:14

And besides this, most of our Brothers have gained confidence in the Lord through my chains, and now venture with far greater freedom to speak of God's Message fearlessly.

1 Thessalonians 2:2

For, although we had experienced suffering and ill-treatment, as you know, at Philippi, we had the courage, by the help of our God, to tell you God's Good News in spite of great opposition.

2 Timothy 2:1

Do you, then, my Child, find strength in the help which comes from the union with Christ Jesus;

Hebrews 6:10

For God is not unjust; he will not forget the work that you did, and the love that you showed for his Name, in sending help to your fellow Christians--as you are still doing.

1 Peter 4:10-11

Whatever the gift that each has received, use it in the service of others, as good stewards of the varied bounty of God.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

Bible References

They

Matthew 25:21
'Well done, good, trustworthy servant!' said his master. 'You have been trustworthy with a small sum; now I will place a large one in your hands; come and share your master's joy!'
Luke 16:10
He who is trustworthy in the smallest matter is trustworthy in a great one also; and he who is dishonest in the smallest matter is dishonest in a great one also.
Luke 19:17
'Well done, good servant!' exclaimed the master. 'As you have proved trustworthy in a very small matter, I appoint you governor over ten towns.'

Used

Matthew 20:28
Just as the Son of Man came, not to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
Romans 12:7
If it is to minister to others, let us devote ourselves to our ministry; the teacher to his teaching,
1 Corinthians 16:15
I have another request to make of you, Brothers. You remember Stephanas and his household, and that they were the first-fruits gathered in from Greece, and set themselves to serve Christ's People.
Hebrews 6:10
For God is not unjust; he will not forget the work that you did, and the love that you showed for his Name, in sending help to your fellow Christians--as you are still doing.
1 Peter 4:10
Whatever the gift that each has received, use it in the service of others, as good stewards of the varied bounty of God.

Great

Acts 6:5
This proposal was unanimously agreed to; and the disciples chose Stephen--a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit--and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas of Antioch, a former convert to Judaism;
Acts 7:1
Then the High Priest asked: "Is this true?"
Philippians 1:14
And besides this, most of our Brothers have gained confidence in the Lord through my chains, and now venture with far greater freedom to speak of God's Message fearlessly.
1 Thessalonians 2:2
For, although we had experienced suffering and ill-treatment, as you know, at Philippi, we had the courage, by the help of our God, to tell you God's Good News in spite of great opposition.
2 Timothy 2:1
Do you, then, my Child, find strength in the help which comes from the union with Christ Jesus;