Why elders? : a biblical and practical guide for church members / Benjamin L. Merkle.
Material type: TextPublication details: Grand Rapids, MI : Kregel Publications, 2009.Description: 112 p. ; 22 cmISBN:- 9780825433511
- BV680 .M475 2009
Item type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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Book | Reformational Study Centre General library | 262.14 MERL (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | RSC003425 |
Includes bibliographical references.
Introduction -- New Testament churches had elders -- Elders and terminology -- Elders and plurality -- Elders and authority -- A pastor needs help and accountability -- Elders and their duties -- Elders and the sharing of burdens -- Elders and equality -- Elders and accountability -- Having elders makes for a healthier church -- Elders and history -- Elders and qualifications -- Elders and affordability -- Elders and deacons have different callings -- The background of deacons -- The qualifications of deacons -- The role of deacons -- The distinction between elders and deacons.