Tag: Deacon

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Women Shine in Ministry, But the Bible Reserves Headship for Men

Women have a huge role in Christian ministry—just look at Phoebe the deacon (Romans 16:1-2), Priscilla teaching Apollos (Acts 18:26), or Deborah leading Israel (Judges 4-5). But Scripture doesn’t place them as head pastors or elders. Passages like 1 Timothy 2:11-12 and 3:1-7 point to men in those roles, with no women named as elders in the Bible. I believe God designed it this way—not to limit women, but to shape the church with distinct roles. Check out my full thoughts in the blog post!

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Appointing Elders: God’s Method, Not Man’s Invention

The Bible emphasizes that elders are divinely appointed through a process involving human participation, grounded in Scripture. They must meet specific qualifications and be chosen through prayer and discernment, not corporate methods. Elders play crucial spiritual roles, highlighting the importance of adhering to biblical guidelines in their selection and avoiding corporate models.

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Why Churches Should Prioritize Elders Over Corporate Models

The Biblical Case for Elders and Deacons Over a Corporate BoardIn my view, replacing the biblical roles of elders and deacons with a business-style board of advisors strays from the scriptural model for church governance. Scripture presents a clear framework: elders as spiritual overseers and deacons as servants meeting practical needs. This is not merely […]