A Study of Elders.

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A Study of Elders

Acts 20:28 Elders (presbuteros) v.17 Pastors (poiman) Bishops (episcopos) “watch yourselves” Holy Spirit makes them bishops Pastor the flock Church purchased by the Lord’s blood

1 Peter 5:1-3 Peter was an elder Shepherds feed, lead, and protect “among you” local church limit Acts 14:23 Not by compulsion Can be supported 1 Timothy 5:17 Lead by example Will receive reward from Jesus

How Does The Holy Spirit Make Elders? Through the revealed qualifications 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9 Through the word applied Gal. 5:22-23 Through the church’s obedience to the word Acts 1:21-26, 6:2-6 The church nominates God appoints Through the application of the word

Relationship with the Church Trusted, proven leaders 1 Timothy 3:4-5 They cannot lead if this is lost Accusations not to be received lightly 1 Timothy 5:17-20 Lead by example, not by edict Greatness in serving and humility Matthew 20:20-28, Acts 20:28-31

Submission of the Church Esteem them highly in love 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 Follow Hebrews 13:7 Obey Hebrews 13:17 Do not accuse easily 1 Tim. 5:17-20

Reward of The Work Crown of glory 1 Peter 5:4, Rev. 4:4 Joy Heb. 13:17 Outcome of their conduct Heb. 13:7