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Forging a Brand Entity Transition C. I. Scofield (1909) – Charles C. Ryrie (2007) Innocency Adam Genesis 1-3 God’s glory – Creation sin – 1 Commandment Conscience Pre-Flood Genesis 4-8 God’s glory – Judgment sin inability of conscience Human Government Noah Genesis 9-11 God’s glory – Restoration sin – Murder & Meat Laws Promise Abraham Genesis 12-Exodus 19 God’s glory – Promise Abahamic Covenant Law Moses Exodus 20-Matthew 27 God’s glory – 1 Nation sin – sacrifice & Sabbath Gospel Christ – 1st Coming Matthew 28 – Revelation 3 God’s glory – the Cross Baptism/Great Commission Kingdom/Millennium Christ – 2nd Coming Revelation 19 - 22 God’s glory – Eternity Heaven on Earth Transition

Dispensational Shift Law Grace Old Testament Hebrew Passover Baptism not mentioned Nations come to Israel Rest on Saturday Worship @ the Temple Human Priesthood Repeated animal blood Gathered to the earth “Father” Temple Destroyed 70AD New Testament Greek Communion Baptism Great Commission Worship on Sunday Worship in the Spirit Heavenly Priesthood Christ’s blood Go straight to heaven “Daddy” 2 Mosques

A New Administration God. The Apostles. The first Deacons. The congregation.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

Acts 6:1-7: The Apostles Witness to resurrection (Genesis 5:; 2 Kings 2). Write Scripture: ========== Pray. Lead congregation doctrinally: Lead congregation practically: Internal unity. External Persecution. Oversee/train new leaders/manage growth:

Acts 6:1-7: The Deacons Faithful (spiritual, wise, faithful, graced) Responsible (put in charge). Humble (laying on of hands). Limited/non-doctrinal ========== NOTE: Not to make up rules/doctrine/teaching Not to run things independently Not to turn on the elders.

Acts 6:1-7: The Nomination Process God: Prayer. Enforcement. The Apostles: Affirm. Take responsibility. The Deacons: Accept. Serve under the elders The congregation: Propose and check. Witness and safeguard. Apply in the family: man/elder, woman/deaconess.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds Acts 20:28: “Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood.”

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds Elder, πρεσβύτερος, ‘presbyter’: Ability to understand doctrine – the entire counsel of God. Overseer, επίσκοπος, ‘episcopos,’ ‘bishop,’ ‘episcopal’: Authority to apply doctrine and administer church discipline. Shepherd, ποιμήν, ‘poimane,’ ‘shepherd,’ ‘pastor’: To do so with the heart of a shepherd.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

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New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

New Administration Development Acts 6:1-7. Acts 11:19-22; 29-30. Acts 14:19-23. Acts 15:23. Acts 20:17, 25-32. Philippians 1:1. 1 Peter 5:1. 2 John 1; 3 John 1. Titus 1:5-9. 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “Therefore, I exhort the elders among you, as your fellow elder and witness of the sufferings of Christ, and a partaker also of the glory that is to be revealed, shepherd the flock of God among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion, but voluntarily, according to the will of God; and not for sordid gain, but with eagerness” 1 Peter 5:1-2.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, namely, if any man is above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion. For the overseer must be above reproach as God’s steward, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not addicted to wine, not pugnacious, not fond of sordid gain, but hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, just, devout, self-controlled, holding fast the faithful word which is in accordance with the teaching, so that he will be able both to exhort in sound doctrine and to refute those who contradict” Titus 1:5-9.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, namely, if any man is above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion. For the overseer must be above reproach as God’s steward, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not addicted to wine, not pugnacious, not fond of sordid gain, but hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, just, devout, self-controlled, holding fast the faithful word which is in accordance with the teaching, so that he will be able both to exhort in sound doctrine and to refute those who contradict” Titus 1:5-9.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, namely, if any man is above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion. For the overseer must be above reproach as God’s steward, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not addicted to wine, not pugnacious, not fond of sordid gain, but hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, just, devout, self-controlled, holding fast the faithful word which is in accordance with the teaching, so that he will be able both to exhort in sound doctrine and to refute those who contradict” Titus 1:5-9.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, namely, if any man is above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion. For the overseer must be above reproach as God’s steward, not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not addicted to wine, not pugnacious, not fond of sordid gain, but hospitable, loving what is good, sensible, just, devout, self-controlled, holding fast the faithful word which is in accordance with the teaching, so that he will be able both to exhort in sound doctrine and to refute those who contradict” Titus 1:5-9.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “It is a trustworthy statement: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do. An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?), and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he will not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil” 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “It is a trustworthy statement: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do. An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?), and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he will not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil” 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

Elders, Overseers, Shepherds “It is a trustworthy statement: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do. An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money. He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?), and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he will not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil” 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

Deacons & Deaconesses “Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain, but holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things. Deacons must be husbands of only one wife, and good managers of their children and their own households For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

Deacons & Deaconesses “Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain, but holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things. Deacons must be husbands of only one wife, and good managers of their children and their own households For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

Deacons & Deaconesses “Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain, but holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things. Deacons must be husbands of only one wife, and good managers of their children and their own households For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

Deacons & Deaconesses “Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain, but holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things. Deacons must be husbands of only one wife, and good managers of their children and their own households For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

Deacons & Deaconesses “Deacons likewise must be men of dignity, not double-tongued, or addicted to much wine or fond of sordid gain, but holding to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. These men must also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons if they are beyond reproach. Women must likewise be dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things. Deacons must be husbands of only one wife, and good managers of their children and their own households For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a high standing and great confidence in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.” 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

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Soli Deo Gloria!!!