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Servants, Ministers & Deacons

Servants, Ministers & Deacons. Definition of Diakonos. The Greek word diakonos , translated “servant,” “minister” or “deacon,” Generally refers to one who provides assistance to another person. It also describes an agent or intermediary, or one who serves a superior.

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Servants, Ministers & Deacons

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  1. Servants, Ministers & Deacons

  2. Definition of Diakonos • The Greek word diakonos, translated “servant,” “minister” or “deacon,” • Generally refers to one who provides assistance to another person. • It also describes an agent or intermediary, or one who serves a superior.

  3. Usage of Diakonos • Incidental Examples • Negative Examples • Positive Examples

  4. Conclusion • Those who wish to be identified as faithful servants of Jesus Christ must cultivate certain essential attitudes: • Obedience (John 12:26) • Humility (Matt. 20:26; 23:11) • Respect for the Message of Truth (1 Tim. 4:6)

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