KJV ORIGINAL
Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Plus, he needs to have a solid reputation with people outside the church too — you don't want him falling into shame or getting trapped by the enemy's schemes.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Your reputation with outsiders matters just as much as your inside game.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to his associate Timothy, who was leading the church in Ephesus, around the mid-first century CE. Paul intended to instruct Timothy on matters of church organization, leadership qualifications, and how to address emerging false teachings within the community.
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