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Understanding Church Elders: Leadership Qualities and Values in a Biblical Context

This guide explores the biblical qualifications and characteristics of church elders as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9. It emphasizes the importance of group leadership, reflecting Christ's relationship with the Father and the Holy Spirit. Key qualities include spiritual maturity, integrity, and the ability to teach. Elders are valued for accountability, confidentiality, and unity, standing as servant leaders committed to the growth of others. Discover the biblical framework for effective church leadership and the essential values that guide elder roles.

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Understanding Church Elders: Leadership Qualities and Values in a Biblical Context

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  1. EldersWhat to look for 1 Tim 3:1-7 Titus 1:6-9 Col 1:15-20

  2. Jesus Christ, the Head of the Church Col 1:15-20 • He’s the SOURCE: • V16: for through him [Christ], God created everything .... Everything was created through him and for him. • He’s the SUSTAINER: • V17: Christ holds all creation together. • He’s the RECONCILER: • V20: through him [Christ] God reconciled    everything to himself

  3. GROUP LEADERSHIP • Church Elders are always described as a group • One man doesn’t have all the gifts to effectively lead the Church • Group leadership best reflects how Jesus operates in relationship with His Father & the Holy Spirit

  4. Leadership Terms

  5. Elder Qualities 1Tim 3:1-7; Titus 1:6-9 • Spiritually: • Not a recent convert • Not liable to fall • Able to teach others • Loyal to the truth of God’s Word • Willing to care • Proven spiritual standing • A servant attitude

  6. Elder Qualities 1Tim 3:1-7; Titus 1:6-9 • Personally: • Integrity • Self discipline • Gentle • Not argumentative • Financially straight • Encouraging

  7. Elder Qualities 1Tim 3:1-7; Titus 1:6-9 • Socially: • Hospitable • Faithful in marriage • Competent as a parent • Respected by non-Christians Church Eldership is not about getting things done but about getting someone grown

  8. Elders Values • Accountability: We value being held accountable to each other . • Confidentiality: We value the privacy of those we care for. • Openness, Honesty: We value being open & honest with each other. • Unity: We value being united as a group of elders.

  9. Elders Values • Diversity: We value the diversity of gifts in the eldership. work in their areas of strength • Development and Equipping: We value that we are all learners. We also recognize our function as equipper’s. • Servant Heart: We value servant leadership based on love. • Mentoring: We value the discipleship process.

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