The Appointment of Elders

1. Their Ordination – by the Spirit of God.
Acts 20:28.

2. Their Confirmation – before the Assembly.
Acts 14:23. Titus 1:5. 1 Thess 5:12.

3. Their Qualifications – for the Oversight.

1. Devotion to Christ. 1 Peter 5:1.
2. Doctrinal Soundness. Titus 1:9.
3. Blameless Character. 1 Tim 3:2-5.
4. Maturity and Experience. 1 Tim 3:6.
5. A Good Reputation before Men. 1 Tim 3:7.

4. Their Occupation – within the Church.

1. To feed the flock and to take the oversight of the assembly. 1 Thess 2:11. 1 Peter 5:2.
2. To watch for the souls of the saints. Hebrews 13:7.

5. Their Compensation – at Christ’s Return.

1.  A fadeless Crown of Glory. 1 Peter 5:4.

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