By Willard A. Jones Those of us who are functioning as elders, deacons, Bible class teachers and song leaders must realize despite what our age might be, that we are rapidly passing from the scene of action and one day will need to be replaced. We should all be motivated to instill in those younger than …
Author Archives: Mark Mayberry
Keeping Good Communications
By Denver Niemeier “They never tell us anything.” Me don’t know what is going on.” ‘They never ask what we think about things concerning the affairs of the church.” “We don’t know where the money is being used.” “There is no communication between the elders and the rest of us.” “We try to talk to them …
Elders: Worthy Of Honor
By Mike Willis Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially they who labor in the word and doctrine (1 Tim. 5:17). The Lord placed in the hands of the elders the responsibility of oversight and pastoring. Younger men, regardless of how much mental discernment they might possess, were not chosen …
Developing Men Without Hampering The Public Services
By John Haley This special issue asks elders to comment on various needs facing the church today. The great need to develop men who are willing to take part in the public services is apparent. The title of this article correctly implies our anticipation that in attempting to meet that need we may hamper the worship …
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