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Training Men to Serve (as Elders)

Training Men to Serve (as Elders). Gary Watt Downers Grove church of Christ Downers Grove, IL Truth Magazine Lectures 2010 June 22, 2010. Training. Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary says it’s “the process by which one is taught so as to make fit, qualified or proficient.”

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Training Men to Serve (as Elders)

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  1. Training Men to Serve(as Elders) Gary Watt Downers Grove church of Christ Downers Grove, IL Truth Magazine Lectures 2010 June 22, 2010

  2. Training • Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary says it’s “the process by which one is taught so as to make fit, qualified or proficient.” • In the secular world, it can occur in a formal class setting, “on-the-job” (OJT) or one-on-one with a mentor. • So, how do we train men to be elders?

  3. Foundation Premises • Elder = Bishop = Overseer • “…If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work.” (1 Tim. 3:1) • Desire + Humility = “trainable” heart • Points to consider

  4. Points to Consider How do we train men to: • Study • Serve • Teach • Show hospitality • Shepherd

  5. Study • “(For a bishop)…holding fast the faithful word as he has been taught,” (Titus 1:9) • In Christian homes at an early age • With a Christian spouse, family member or close friend • In church Bible class program • By self study of the Bible

  6. Serve • Peter’s exhortation…“serving as overseers” (1 Pet. 5:2) • How? “Willingly…eagerly…as examples to the flock” (1 Pet. 5:2-3) • Christ, the ultimate example (Matt. 20:28) • A servant puts the needs of others ahead of his own. • Outgrowth of Bible study and application

  7. Teach • “A bishop then must be…able to teach;” (1 Tim. 3:2) • Study + Serve = Teach • Bible classes • Bible studies • Practice makes perfect

  8. Show Hospitality • “A bishop then must be…hospitable,” (1 Tim. 3:2) • Hospitable is to be fond of guests or given to hospitality • Trainable qualification • Support of spouse is key to success • Avoid excuses, practice makes perfect

  9. Shepherd • Peter’s exhortation…“Shepherd the flock of God which is among you,” (1 Pet. 5:2) • Christ, the ultimate example (John 10:11) • An elder’s highest priority • How? Guide, feed, protect, nurture and sacrifice. • Eternal accountability (Heb. 13:17)

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