One that rules well his own house, having his children in subjection with all respect;

Let the deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well.

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

Well reported of for good works; if she has brought up children, if she has lodged strangers, if she has washed the saints' feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she has diligently followed every good work.

Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially they who labor in the word and doctrine.