For those who have well discharged the duties of a deacon are gaining an honorable position for themselves, as well as much fearless confidence in the faith of Christ Jesus.

He ought also to have an honorable testimony from those that are without, least he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

This charge I commit to you, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before concerning you, that by them you may perform an honorable service,

Helpers likewise, be honorable, not double-tongued, not attending to much wine, not greedy of base gain,

The wives likewise, be honorable, not slanderous, without wine, faithful in all things.