Sermons tagged #Elders

The Cold-Water Committee from Judaea_11 Acts 15:1-35 The Life of the Apostle Paul Men from Judea (The Cold-water Committee) came to Antioch teaching the necessity of circumcision and keeping the Law. Paul and Barnabas disputed this, and the decision was made to send them to Jerusalem to talk with the apostles and elders. Along the way, Paul and Barnabas described the conversion of the Gentiles which caused great joy. At Jerusalem Paul and Barnabas first reported to the whole church. When Pharisees who were believers said that circumcision and keeping the Law of Moses were necessary, the apostles and elders met to discuss the issue further. After much dispute, Peter spoke of how God chose him to be the first to preach the gospel to the Gentiles, how God acknowledged them by giving them the Holy Spirit, and how God made no distinction, purifying their hearts through faith. Peter thus questioned why they should put a yoke on the Gentiles that even they themselves were unable to bear. Rather, by the grace of the Lord both Jews and Gentiles could be saved in the same manner. Barnabas and Paul again reported the miracles and wonders God had done through them among the Gentiles.James, the Lord's brother, offered Amos' prophecy in support of what Peter said. He then recommended they not trouble the Gentiles, but that a letter be written asking them to abstain from things offered to idols, blood, things strangled, and sexual immorality. The apostles and elders, with the whole church, agreed to send the letter, and to have Judas and Silas accompany Paul and Barnabas to confirm its authenticity.The letter,approved by the Holy Spirit,was delivered and received in Antioch.

In this edition of the New Members Series, Patrick Covington and Kyle Slaymaker sit down with Duffey to discuss another of Believers' Baptist Church's theological distinctives: Biblical eldership. This episode is designed to supplement the new members class held twice per year for prospective members desiring church membership at BBC.

A look at the first song of worship to the Lamb, who was worthy to open the Scroll.

John 10:1-6 The Good Shepherd comes to call and lead his sheep. The Way of the Shepherd vv. 1-2 The Voice of the Shepherd vv. 3-4 The Leading of the Shepherd vv. 4-5

This week we continue our exposition of Paul's letter to Titus, focusing on Titus 1:6. Last week we saw that elders (pastors) are a gift of Christ to His church, whose function in part is to help the church be well-ordered. But what type of Christian can lead the church? That is the question we will start to answer in today's message. Do the same standards we expect of our leaders also apply to other Christians? Do we tend to create rules or qualifications that aren't found in Scripture? Can women be pastors? Does the way one's marriage and own home life are lived out impact whether or not he should be leading in God's house? Is marriage or having children even a mandatory requirement to shepherd a church? Join us for our sermon "The Pastoral Office (Part II)" as we seek to answer these questions and more! Visit Salem Reformed Baptist on the web at: https://www.salemreformedbaptist.org on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/salemreformedbaptist on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@salemreformedbaptist on SermonAudio at: http://www.sermonaudio.com/go/SalemReformedBaptist Our sermons can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, Pandora, and others. This sermon was delivered on September 17th, 2023, by Pastor Gustavo "Guga" Barros at Salem Reformed Baptist in Salem, Oregon.

Today we're taking a closer look at the twentieth chapter of the Book of Ezekiel. If you found this resource to be a blessing to you today, please share it with someone you know, and consider taking a moment to leave a comment and tell others what you found edifying. Also, don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube so you'll never miss a new broadcast; and feel free to visit my website, ChristianFamilyReformation.com, for inspiration and encouragement in your family's walk with the Lord. May the Lord inspire you to live life today in light of eternity… Seize the day for Jesus Christ!

As part of Antioch Presbyterian Church's 180th Anniversary Celebration, Pastor Zachary Groff delivered an address on the congregation's history entitled, "The Story of Old Antioch Church (1843-2023): 180 Years of Proclaiming Christ at the Crossroads of Greenville & Spartanburg Counties."

What should a minister speak? Titus 2:1–2 looks forward to the second serial reading of in morning public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these two verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that ministers should speak not just sound doctrine, but application appropriate to the people, beginning with the elderly men.

In this episode of "Faith & Practice," Dr. Pipa and Pastor Groff handle a diverse array of questions pertaining to church government, prayer, worship, and more. Questions include: Should we be expecting more or formal education for Ruling Elders? Where did Old Testament believers worship before the Temple? What authority do Deacons have in the church? What guidelines should we follow to properly pray imprecatory prayers? What do you think the ideal training method is for new office bearers in the church? What biblical principles apply to deciding how much money to spend on 'non-essentials' (e.g., recreation, entertainment, home decor)?

The following address was delivered by Robert J. Breckinridge as a speech made during the October 1843 meeting of the Synod of Philadelphia of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America. This speech was subsequently published under the title, "Presbyterian Government, Not a Hierarchy, But a Commonwealth." Sadly, Breckinridge's argument failed to persuade the Synod on this point. However, in published form, it has had an immense influence on the historic polity of the Southern Presbyterian Church (PCUS) and of its successor, the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA).

Scripture gives specific instructions on how to regard the elders

Ordination service of Chris Olds and Sandy Allen

Having concluded our exposition of the introductory greeting we now begin to turn our attention to the body of the Letter to Titus starting with Titus 1:5-9. Specifically, we will focus on verse 5 this week as it pertains to the church being an orderly institution, just as our God is an orderly God. We will look not only at how this applies to church polity, but also why qualified pastors are so vital to ensuring the order and well-being of the local church and shepherding the flock of Christ. Visit Salem Reformed Baptist on the web at: https://www.salemreformedbaptist.org on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/salemreformedbaptist on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@salemreformedbaptist on SermonAudio at: http://www.sermonaudio.com/go/SalemReformedBaptist Our sermons can also be found on Apple Podcasts, Google, Spotify, Pandora, and others. This sermon was delivered on September 10th, 2023, by Pastor Gustavo "Guga" Barros at Salem Reformed Baptist in Salem, Oregon.

God builds farther than the temple, than the apostle's ministry, than our lives…

In our study, We are introduced to Stephen (along with six others) appointed as Deacon-Elder-Trustees so that the apostles could focus on the ministry of the Word and Prayer. Also Reference: Mark 14:55-59, Acts 5:20 https://bbfohio.com

Current Events: This meeting held on 9/10/23 takes a look at Patriot's Day memorializing 9/11/01. We discuss all the facts rejected by the so-called "9-11 Commission" and the reality that our government lies to us. In our study, We are introduced to Stephen (along with six others) appointed as Deacon-Elder-Trustees so that the apostles could focus on the ministry of the Word and Prayer. Also Reference: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Mark 14:55-59, Acts 5:20 https://bbfohio.com

Why is it so important to have sound teachers as elders? Titus 1:10–16 looks forward to the second serial reading of in morning public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these seven verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that elders must be sound teachers in order to overcome theological error that arises within a congregation.

The appalling human injustice of Pilate knowingly sentencing an innocent man to death in the place of a guilty one subserved God's great and just purpose of freeing us from our deserved condemnation through the substitution of Christ.

At the center of this heavenly song is the marvelous victory of Christ. He hath prevailed over sin, death, and the grave; and therefore, is worthy above all!

Terry Ferrando September 3, 2023 The fruit of the imposters part 3 Jude 10 11

As Paul is leaving the church in Ephesus, he charges the elders to be courageous men. This charge to courage, came with an explanation, grievous wolves were bound to show up and attack the flock of God. The pastor needs to be qualified, concerned, and courageous.