Setting the Church in Order Pt. IV

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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part IV
For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou
shouldest set in order the things that are
wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I
had appointed thee Titus 15
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part I
God's Plan of organization is the best way !
Qualified Elders Qualified Deacons
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part II
Qualifications of Elders

• 1 Timothy 3 Titus 1
• Must possess these qualities
• Does not mean he is perfect

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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part III
Responsibilities of Elders
To Themselves
To The Church
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Duties to The Church
Elder - efficient decision makers Bishops-effectiv
e administrators Pastor - they will Shepherd the
flock
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part IV
Responsibilities of the Church To the Elders
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"Setting the Church in Order"
1 Thes.512-13
12.And we beseech you, brethren, to know them
which labour among you, and are over you in the
Lord, and admonish you 13. And to esteem them
very highly in love for their work's sake. And be
at peace among yourselves.
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1 Thes. 512-13
beseech
urge NKJV request, desire, intreat,
pray Brethren
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1 Thes. 512-13
know them
recognize NKJV Honor, love, respect
Antonym forget, disregard, ignore
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1 Thes. 512-13
labour among you
Work in behalf of the souls Labour of Love
Over you in the Lord
Overseers of the flock
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1 Thes. 512-13
admonish you
Elders are to instruct Teach us the right
way Admonish means to warn, caution
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1 Thes. 512-13
Esteem them very highly
Appreciate, honor Because of their work
Should not constantly criticize
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1 Thes. 512-13
Be at peace...
Elders/congregations Harmony - Serenity Heb.
1214 Gods design produces peace !!!
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"Setting the Church in Order"
1 Thes.512-13
12.And we beseech you, brethren, to know them
which labour among you, and are over you in the
Lord, and admonish you 13. And to esteem them
very highly in love for their work's sake. And be
at peace among yourselves.
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Heb. 1317
Obey them that have the rule over you, and
submit yourselves for they watch for your souls,
as they that must give account, that they may do
it with joy, and not with grief for that is
unprofitable for you.
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Heb. 1317
Obey Them
Elders have authority They cannot lead if we will
not follow Decisions in realm of judgment
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Heb. 1317
Obey Them
If we feel they erred in judgment. If they sin...
Against an elder receive not an accusation, but
before two or three witnesses. Them that sin
rebuke before all, that others also may fear. 1
Tim 519-20
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Heb. 1317
Submit yourselves
It is for our good Prompted by love They watch
for your souls with joy not with grief
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Heb. 1317
Obey them that have the rule over you, and
submit yourselves for they watch for your souls,
as they that must give account, that they may do
it with joy, and not with grief for that is
unprofitable for you.
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Heb. 137
Remember them which have the rule over you, who
have spoken unto you the word of God whose faith
follow, considering the end of their
conversation.
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Heb. 137
Remember them
Recognize them Spoken unto you the word of
God Elders want everyone to obey
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Heb. 137
whose faith follow
Elders show us the way to live IMITATION
Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of
Christ. 1 Cor.111
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Participate in work Program
Encourage - hold up hands Call for them when in
need James 514
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Dos and Donts about Elders
Dont
Be a murmurer Gossip about the elders Receive
accusations Try to undermine the plans
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Dos and Donts about Elders
Do
Honor, love and respect Look for good
points Praise Cooperate with them Pray for the
elders
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part IV
Responsibilities of the Church To the Elders
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"Setting the Church in Order"
Part V
Questions Answered