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Christian Elders in the New Testament

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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…

The Strongest Men Are Gentle

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Insecure men flex and threaten. Men who are secure in their strength, and their Lord’s, are eager to let their gentleness be known to all.

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

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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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