Therefore, Brothers, look for seven men of reputation among yourselves, wise and spiritually-minded men, and we will appoint them to attend to this matter;

To all Christ's People at Philippi, with the Presiding Officers and Assistants, from Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus.

Be

he should be a man who rules his own household well, and whose children are kept under control and are well-behaved.

Double-tongued

'Their throats are like opened graves; they deceive with their tongues.' 'The venom of serpents lies behind their lips,'

From the very same mouth come blessings and curses! My Brothers, it is not right that this should be so.

Not given

not addicted to drink or brawling, but of a forbearing and peaceable disposition, and not a lover of money;