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Christian Elders in the New Testament

An exegetical study of the role and responsiblities of Christ's undershepherds.

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What Is the Role of an Elder?

According to the New Testament, elders are responsible for the primary leadership and oversight of a church. The function and role of an elder is well summarized by Alexander Strauch in his book Biblical Eldership: “Elders lead the church…

Biblical Eldership

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Seminar Notes Preface What Does “Church” Refer to in the New Testament? The Importance and Preciousness and Purpose of the Church of Jesus Christ in the World All New Testament Churches Had Elders Eleven Biblical Principles Of Local Church Governance …

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Anointing in the Church Today

Why does the Bible tell us to anoint the sick with oil, and should we still practice that in our churches today?

Is God Calling Me to Be a Pastor?

Is God Calling Me to Be a Pastor?

God grabs pastors by the heart; he doesn’t twist them by the arm. He wants men who do the work from delight, not from a sense of duty.

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Biblical Eldership

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Seminar Notes Preface What Does “Church” Refer to in the New Testament? The Importance and Preciousness and Purpose of the Church of Jesus Christ in the World All New Testament Churches Had Elders Eleven Biblical Principles Of Local Church Governance …

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What Is the Role of an Elder?

According to the New Testament, elders are responsible for the primary leadership and oversight of a church. The function and role of an elder is well summarized by Alexander Strauch in his book Biblical Eldership: “Elders lead the church…

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Theology Refresh: Podcast for Christian Leaders

Kevin DeYoung addresses biblical eldership

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Would you consider this year-end invitation from John Piper?

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