1 Timothy 3:10 Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC) 10 And let them also be tried and investigated and proved first; then, if they turn out to be above reproach, let them serve [as leaders]. 1 Timothy 3:10 GOD’S WORD Translation (GW) 10 First, a person must be evaluated. Then, if he has a good reputation, he may become a leader.. Titus 2:1Amplified Bible (AMP) Kings & Queens(Duties of the Older and Younger) 2 But as for you, teach the things which are in agreement with sound doctrine [which produces men and women of good character whose lifestyle identifies them as true Christians]. Titus 2:7-8Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC) 7 And show your own self in all respects to be a pattern and a model of good deeds and works, teaching what is unadulterated, showing gravity [having the strictest regard for truth and purity of motive], with dignity and seriousness. 8 And let your instruction be sound and fit and wise and wholesome, vigorous and [a]irrefutable and above censure, so that the opponent may be put to shame, finding nothing discrediting or evil to say about us.