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I. Aspiring to the office of an elder is a good work
- This is a desire for the work of shepherding, teaching, and leading, not just a title
- Paul sets a high but necessary standard for the men who are called to care for the church
II. The Public Character of an Elder
- Above Reproach
- A one-woman man
- Self-Controlled
- Hospitable
III. The Private Test of an Elder
- Manages his own household well
- The principle is clear: if a man cannot manage the smaller, more intimate flock of his own family, he cannot be trusted to care for the larger flock of God’s church
IV. The Maturity and Reputation of an Elder
- He is not a recent convert
- He is well thought of by outsiders
V. Reasons why I believe The Crossing needs to move to a plurality of Elders
- Provides the The Crossing with greater accountability
- There is safety in numbers
- A plurality of elders provides The Crossing with a greater chance of success in our mission
- A plurality of elders provides The Crossing with greater preservation of the truth
- Stability for The Crossing
- A plurality of elders provides The Crossing with greater pastoral care
- Shepherding for Shepherds
- Encouragement when depleted
- Personality sects discouraged
