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1 Timothy 3:7

And it is necessary for him also to have good testimony from those who are outside, so that he may not fall into disrepute and the snare of the devil
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King James Version

Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

English Standard Version

Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace, into a snare of the devil.

New International Version

He must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil's trap.