Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons
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Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons

  1. 176 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
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eBook - ePub

Finding Faithful Elders and Deacons

About this book

Any church leader knows the qualifications for elders and deacons are articulated in the Bible, but that same leader also knows that actually finding other leaders who fulfill the biblical qualifications is difficult. While many books analyze and debate the finer points of church government, few have been written on both elders and deacons, and fewer still successfully show how to identify and reproduce legitimate leaders and willing servants throughout the ranks of the church body.

Thabiti Anyabwile writes from his expertise as a pastor and an elder as well as from his experience of being led by faithful men—men who saw in him the fundamental qualities listed in Scripture and invested their time, energy, and love into grooming him to take their place. Balancing thoughtful analysis of pertinent passages with thorough application for practical use in a contemporary context, Anyabwile answers the questions, "Who should we look for to lead and serve in the church?" and "What should they do to fulfill their calling?" Most helpful, perhaps, are the lists "Observations to make" and "Questions to ask," which are provided for each characteristic described. Rather than exacerbating the controversial questions surrounding these issues, this book provides meaningful action points that will prove effective for a wide range of interpretations.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Newsletter Sign Up
  3. Endorsements
  4. Other 9 Marks Books
  5. Title
  6. Copyright
  7. Dedication
  8. Contents
  9. Introduction
  10. How to Use This Book
  11. PART ONE FINDING TABLE SERVANTS
  12. PART TWO FINDING RELIABLE ELDERS
  13. PART THREE WHAT GOOD PASTORS DO
  14. Afterword
  15. Appendix: Sample Elder Ordination Vows
  16. Notes
  17. What is a Healthy Church Member?
  18. Back Cover