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1 Timothy 3:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

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KJV ORIGINAL

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

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Deacons should be faithful to one spouse and actually know how to lead their own families well.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

You can't lead others if you can't even manage your own household.

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