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ELDERS & THE CHURCH. God’s Wisdom in Church Organization 1.Not like the organizations of men Matt. 20:25- 28; 1 Corinthians 12:28 2.Very simple Philippians.

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1 ELDERS & THE CHURCH

2 God’s Wisdom in Church Organization 1.Not like the organizations of men Matt. 20:25- 28; 1 Corinthians 12:28 2.Very simple Philippians 1:1 elders & deacons 3.Each church autonomous & independent of other congregations 1 Peter 5:1-4, Acts 14:23 DEACONS Deacons are servants Acts 6:1-4 “serve tables” Their focus is on details and logistics so elders can focus on spiritual leadership Acts 6:4

3 Qualities of Deacons Deacons are servants Acts 6:1-4 “serve tables” verb form of deacon 1. Good reputation trusted character 2. Full of the Holy Spirit spiritual character 3. Full of wisdom competent for the function 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Likewise (see verses 1-7!) 1. Reverent (respected for being respectable) Not double-tongued a must for honest dealing

4 Qualities of Deacons Not given to much wine impairs judgment Not greedy for money source of all kinds of evil 2. Holding the mystery of faith with a pure conscience (integrity based on Christ-like principles in His word) Qualification of Deacons First tested, then found blameless v.10 3. How tested v.11-12 behavior of wives v.11, ruling children and house well v.12 Tested Character + Tested Competence = Confidence of others

5 Church Organization ELDERS Acts 20:17,28 elders are told to pastor the church of the Lord over which the Holy Spirit made them overseers 1 Peter 5:1-3 Focus on spiritual leadership Take care of the church of God 1 Tim. 3:5, Luke 10:34-35 like a shepherd James 5:13-16 visit the sick Matt. 25:36-43 Looking diligently so none fall away Heb. 12:14 Bishop literally means overseer

6 Qualification of Elders Deacons first tested (v.10) in the home (v.11-12) as the bishops (likewise—v.8) Character found blameless (v.10) proven character and proven competence as an effective manager of the home Elders must be proven as successful spiritual guides of their families Independently godly children Everyone (even outsiders) must see he is an effective spiritual leader and blameless (v.7)

7 Relationship of Elders to the Church 1 Peter 5:1-4 Older man more experienced, wise, trusted Overseer watches out for what is needed Hebrews 12:12-17 Shepherd provides what is needed Spiritual food, spiritual guidance, spiritual protection Psalm 23 They watch over our souls Heb. 13:17 They rule over us we are to obey & submit Everyone will be happier and blessed

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