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NASB | Titus 1:6 namely, if any man is above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Titus 1:6 namely, a man of unquestionable integrity, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of being immoral or rebellious. |
Subject: Deacon qualifications |
Bible Note: Pmjohnson: Many believe the Scripture says the husband of one wife, that this makes refereence to the fact that the man did not have more wives than one. At that time pologamy was excepted by the culture. This saying the husband of one wife. In Africa today this is an issue. and we are glad that Paul addressed this issue. Each man and church must carefully pray and see if a nams lifestyle has been devoted to his wife and has the character to be a decon. These are not quailifcations as much as a mans devoation and character. To reject a man just because of a divorce, before or after coming to Christ is up to the Church. I personally believe each man must prove himself worthy, and go into a training for such a minisrty. All to often those in the position of Deacon or Elder take the position as a way to have authority. When the real meaning of Deacon was one who waited on tables, according to Acts. Unless a Deacon is a humble a servant, willing to do as Matthew 25 says about those who said "when did we see you.....Lord? Thenunless they have a servants heart they should not serve. Hope this helps. No one should just all of a sudden start serving to get a position. We need to find those who are serving without a position, then we have a real Deacon. Justme |