It is a faithful saying: if a man desires the episcopate, he desires a good work
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King James Version
This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work.English Standard Version
The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task.New International Version
Here is a trustworthy saying: If anyone sets his heart on being an overseer, he desires a noble task.