Tag: elder
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A Hedge Against Satanic Attack
…and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into condemnation incurred by the devil. And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he will not fall into disgrace and the snare of the devil. 1 Timothy 3:6-7
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A Man of Restraint
One of the most important virtues of a leader is self-control. As Paul continues to expound the qualifications of eldership, he outlines two areas of restraint which are essential for spiritual leadership: appetite and emotions. This message explores the spiritual quality of inner control. 1 Timothy 3:3 not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle,…
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Hospitable
The definition of hospitality is love of strangers. An essential qualification for elders is the duty of being hospitable. But believers are also commanded to be hospitable and this message explores what hospitality is and what are its motives. 1 Timothy 3:2
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Integrity
As Paul begins to expound the qualifications of the office of elders, he prioritizes the essential components of personal integrity: temperate, prudent, and respectable. This message explores the spiritual quality of integrity. 1 Timothy 3:2 An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, skillful in teaching.
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A Fine Work
Paul commends the desire for the office of elder by describing it as a work of excellence. This message explores the excellence of the work of the eldership. 1 Timothy 3:1 It is a trustworthy statement: if any man aspires to the office of overseer, it is a fine work he desires to do.