elders

Deacons and Elders, But Please, Not Judges

I heard recently of a pastor who was censured by his deacons because he refused to allow a woman to sing in the church choir who was living in open and unrepentant sin.  Odd to consider that a group of leaders who are supposed to use the Bible as their guide opposed the biblical mandate …

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Above Reproach

Recent articles and issues in the news have caused me to revisit my commitment.  Paul is very clear in Titus 1:7 that an elder is to be above reproach. In other words, there is a standard above which elders must exist, live, and minister if they are to continue serving in the position of elder.  …

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