Final Flashcards
In 1 Tim. 3 on what grounds should we choose an Elder or Deacon?
Biblical grounds
What must Deacons prove before being appointed?
Their qualifications
What must be considered before electing a Deacon?
Their whole family
What same requirement is required for being a Deacon or Elder?
Spiritual maturity
What should be the attitude of a potential leader towards other leaders?
Unity of a purpose and supporting other leaders to hold up truth
According to 1 Tim. 4 what is the responsibility of all Elders & Deacons to watch for?
Apostasy
What must ALL leaders stand for and what not?
Truth defined in the Word, rather then what is culturally popular
What are the priorities of the Church that must be set by Deacons & Elders?
Godliness, reading the word, exhortation, sound doctrine
According to 1 Tim. 5 what is the only group of widows the Church has financial responsibility to?
Good, faithful workers, who have no other means of support
What responsibility is due Elders or Pastors?
Double-honored – respect and money
What is the responsibility of anyone hearing an accusation against an Elder or Deacon?
Must have 2-3 witnesses
What is the basic truth that guides interpersonal relationships in the Church according to 1 Tim 6?
We are a family