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10 (A)And these men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. 11 [a]Women must likewise be dignified, (B)not malicious gossips, but (C)temperate, faithful in all things. 12 (D)Deacons must be (E)husbands of only one wife, (F)leading their children and their own households well.

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  1. 1 Timothy 3:11 Either deacons’ wives or deaconesses

10 They must first be tested;(A) and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.

11 In the same way, the women[a] are to be worthy of respect, not malicious talkers(B) but temperate(C) and trustworthy in everything.

12 A deacon must be faithful to his wife(D) and must manage his children and his household well.(E)

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  1. 1 Timothy 3:11 Possibly deacons’ wives or women who are deacons