History is filled with accounts of the rise of great nations and rulers. While each one seemed invincible and gave the impression they would last forever, one by one they have fallen and disappeared. Only God’s Kingdom and the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ remain truly permanent and indestructible. In the New Testament Church, Christ has instituted the office of Elder to lead and care for His Church. This office of Elder is an extremely high calling. This is because the elders must be devoted to what matters most in life and that which lasts forever. They pour the investment of their lives into the kingdom of Christ, the Word of God, and the souls of people. In this lecture series, we will be considering together the Biblical foundations for and qualifications and duties of the office of Elder in the Church of Christ.
The Bible tells us that the Lord Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd, who feeds, guides, and protects his people. Christ has provided the church with Ruling Elders to be under-shepherds to care for his people in the church. This discussion takes us into much detail about the important duties of Elders in fulfilling this responsibility in caring for the Lord’s lambs.
1. Introduction | ||
2. The Office | ||
3. Qualifications | ||
4. More Qualifications | ||
5. Doctrine | ||
6. Shepherding |
Instructor