A church helper must have only one wife, and be able to manage his children and family well.

I have chosen him in order that he may command his sons and his descendants to obey me and to do what is right and just. If they do, I will do everything for him that I have promised."

If you are not willing to serve him, decide today whom you will serve, the gods your ancestors worshiped in Mesopotamia or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are now living. As for my family and me, we will serve the LORD."

My conduct will be faultless. When will you come to me? I will live a pure life in my house

I will not be dishonest and will have no dealings with evil.

I will approve of those who are faithful to God and will let them live in my palace. Those who are completely honest will be allowed to serve me.

Day after day I will destroy the wicked in our land; I will expel all who are evil from the city of the LORD.

He was a religious man; he and his whole family worshiped God. He also did much to help the Jewish poor people and was constantly praying to God.

an elder must be without fault; he must have only one wife, and his children must be believers and not have the reputation of being wild or disobedient.

In conclusion, my friends, fill your minds with those things that are good and that deserve praise: things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and honorable.

Instruct the older men to be sober, sensible, and self-controlled; to be sound in their faith, love, and endurance.

In all things you yourself must be an example of good behavior. Be sincere and serious in your teaching.