1. Sermon INTRODUCTION Officers in the Family of God

2. There’s no weird like family weird A prime qualification for being a Deacon and Elder relates to being a family manager

3. The reason is that if he can’t manage his own household, how can he manage the church or household of God?

4. Officers who lead with a Christ- centered, gospel driven heart will be able to minister effectively to the family of God. Members who are living out of the gospel will be easier to lead

5. A MINISTRY OF EXAMPLE Be the lead followers of Jesus

6. Men worthy of respect Sincere Not indulging in much wine Not pursuing dishonest gain Must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience

7. Must first be tested Women worthy of respect Not malicious talkers Temperate Trustworthy in everything

8. Additional requirements for married male deacons A one-woman man Manages his children and household well

9. THE CHURCH AND FAMILY SHARE QUALITIES THAT IF ONE MANAGES HIS FAMILY WELL HE IS ALSO QUALIFIED TO MANAGE THE CHURCH

10. THIS IS SERIOUS BUSINESS – There is grave danger to the church if a man doesn’t lead his own family, but is asked to lead the church.

11. Are parents responsible for their kids’ behavior? Children are responsible before God to honor, and obey and respect and be submissive to their parents. And parents -- especially fathers -- are responsible to have honoring, obedient, respectful and submissive children.

12. THE GOSPEL MUST BE OPERATIVE Jesus is the perfect example of a servant leader (deacon) and of a caring shepherd (elders).