"Setting the Church in Order"

1. "Setting the Church in Order" Part IV “For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:” Titus 1:5

2. "Setting the Church in Order" Part I God's Plan of organization is the best way ! Qualified Elders Qualified Deacons

3. "Setting the Church in Order" Part II Qualifications of Elders • 1 Timothy 3 & Titus 1 • Must possess these qualities • Does not mean he is perfect

4. "Setting the Church in Order" Part III Responsibilities of Elders To Themselves To The Church

5. Duties to The Church Elder - efficient decision makers Bishops-effective administrators Pastor - they will Shepherd the flock

6. "Setting the Church in Order" Part IV Responsibilities of the Church To the Elders

7. "Setting the Church in Order" 1 Thes.5:12-13 12.And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; 13. And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.

8. 1 Thes. 5:12-13 “beseech” “urge” = NKJV request, desire, intreat, pray Brethren

9. 1 Thes. 5:12-13 “know them” “recognize” = NKJV Honor, love, respect Antonym = forget, disregard, ignore

10. 1 Thes. 5:12-13 “labour among you” Work in behalf of the souls Labour of Love “Over you in the Lord” Overseers of the flock

11. 1 Thes. 5:12-13 “admonish you” Elders are to instruct Teach us the right way Admonish means to warn, caution

12. 1 Thes. 5:12-13 “Esteem them very highly” Appreciate, honor Because of their work Should not constantly criticize

13. 1 Thes. 5:12-13 “Be at peace...” Elders/congregations Harmony - Serenity Heb. 12:14 God’s design produces peace !!!

14. "Setting the Church in Order" 1 Thes.5:12-13 12.And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; 13. And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.

15. "Setting the Church in Order" Heb. 13:17 “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.”

16. Heb. 13:17 “Obey Them” Elders have authority They cannot lead if we will not follow Decisions in realm of judgment

17. Heb. 13:17 “Obey Them” If we feel they erred in judgment. If they sin... “Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses. Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear.” 1 Tim 5:19-20

18. Heb. 13:17 “Submit yourselves” It is for our good Prompted by love They watch for your souls “with joy not with grief”

19. "Setting the Church in Order" Heb. 13:17 “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.”

20. "Setting the Church in Order" Heb. 13:7 “Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.”

21. Heb. 13:7 “Remember them” Recognize them Spoken unto you the word of God Elders want everyone to obey

22. Heb. 13:7 “whose faith follow” Elders show us the way to live IMITATION “Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.” 1 Cor.11:1

23. Participate in work Program Encourage - hold up hands Call for them when in need James 5:14

24. Do’s and Don’ts about Elders Don’t Be a murmurer Gossip about the elders Receive accusations Try to undermine the plans

25. Do’s and Don’ts about Elders Do Honor, love and respect Look for good points Praise Cooperate with them Pray for the elders

26. "Setting the Church in Order" Part IV Responsibilities of the Church To the Elders

27. "Setting the Church in Order" Part V Questions Answered