New International Version (©1984) They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.New American Standard Bible (©1995) These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. International Standard Version (©2008) But they must first be tested. Then, if they prove to be blameless, they may become deacons. GOD'S WORD® Translation (©1995) First, a person must be evaluated. Then, if he has a good reputation, he may become a deacon. King James Bible And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being found blameless. American King James Version And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being found blameless. American Standard Version And let these also first be proved; then let them serve as deacons, if they be blameless. Bible in Basic English And let these first be put to the test; then let them become Deacons if there is nothing against them. Douay-Rheims Bible And let these also first be proved: and so let them minister, having no crime. Darby Bible Translation And let these be first proved, then let them minister, being without charge against them. English Revised Version And let these also first be proved; then let them serve as deacons, if they be blameless. Webster's Bible Translation And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being found blameless. Weymouth New Testament And they must also be well-tried men, and when found to be of unblemished character then let them serve as deacons. World English Bible Let them also first be tested; then let them serve if they are blameless. Young's Literal Translation and let these also first be proved, then let them minister, being unblameable. |