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Before they are appointed as deacons, let them be closely examined. If they pass the test, then let them serve as deacons.
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American Standard Version
And let these also first be proved; then let them serve as deacons, if they be blameless.
Christian Standard Bible
They must also be tested first; if they prove blameless, then they can serve as deacons.
English Standard Version
And let them also be tested first; then let them serve as deacons if they prove themselves blameless.
King James Version
And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being found blameless.
New American Standard Bible
These men must also first be tested; then have them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach.
New International Version
They must first be tested; and then if there is nothing against them, let them serve as deacons.
New King James Version
But let these also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons, being found blameless.
World English Bible
Let them also first be tested; then let them serve if they are blameless.