Ruling his own house well, having his children in subjection with all seriousness.

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

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

having been the wife of one husband, Well reported of for good works, if she hath brought up children, if she hath lodged strangers, if she hath washed the feet of the saints, if she hath relieved the afflicted, if she hath diligently followed every good work.

Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially those who labour in the word and teaching.