Biblical Eldership

History is filled with accounts of the rise of great nations and rulers. While each one seemed invincible and gave the impression they would last forever, one by one they have fallen and disappeared. Only God’s Kingdom and the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ remain truly permanent and indestructible. In the New Testament Church, Christ has instituted the office of Elder to lead and care for His Church. This office of Elder is an extremely high calling. This is because the elders must be devoted to what matters most in life and that which lasts forever. They pour the investment of their lives into the kingdom of Christ, the Word of God, and the souls of people. In this lecture series, we will be considering together the Biblical foundations for and qualifications and duties of the office of Elder in the Church of Christ.

Lessons

Lesson Number Title Summary
1 Introduction Throughout history, we have seen the rise and fall of one great nation after another. They seem invincible, then they fall and disappear, only to be seen in history books. Only one kingdom remains...
2 The Office In these first two lectures, we’re exploring the biblical foundations for the office of Elder in the church of the Lord Jesus Christ. We’ve learned that the church is Christ’s kingdom, and he is...
3 Qualifications Previously we’ve considered biblical foundations for Christ’s headship over the church, his prescribed church government, and the offices he appointed. Now we will turn our considerations...
4 More Qualifications So now that we understand the biblical qualifications for the office of Elder in Christ’s church, we need to explore the broader context of the qualifications, and some specific details. In this...
5 Doctrine The church of the Lord Jesus Christ in this world functions as a light on a hill in a dark world, but that light can go out. In his letters to the churches in Asia, in the book of Revelation,...
6 Shepherding The Bible tells us that the Lord Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd, who feeds, guides, and protects his people. Christ has provided the church with Ruling Elders to be under-shepherds to care for...