19-0120: Jesus gives elders to the local church so He can lead His people as the chief Shepherd. The role of leadership in the church is distinctive to God’s purposes for gospel mission. He sends the gospel into the world by the local church. Leadership is designed by God to fulfill this purpose. In this...
Pastor Lane continues with the last two of four principles that guide the church in discerning a man’s character for eldership. In this sermon character reveals that a man is competent for God’s work as under-shepherd. Pastor Lane explains that character must be tested to discern competence that allows a man to commit to...
I would like to introduce you to Scott Ogden, our most recent candidate for eldership at LifePoint Church. Scott has been a covenant member with LifePoint for over six years, serving in a variety of capacities including hosting Explore LifePoint, greeting, and ushering. He has also led a number of community groups, which he...
Action and influence forge the essence of leadership. Leaders act when others do not or will not. Leaders act to influence others for mission. There is no level of life that is void of the demand for leadership. Paul’s instructions to Timothy demonstrate leadership to encourage leadership. Leading elders is vital for the health...
The Bible provides clear evidence for training elders. Jesus trained his disciples before he sent them out. Paul wrote First and Second Timothy and Titus, all letters to train young pastors. If this does not suffice to compel pastors to train elders in the church, enough could not be written. Training can be enhanced...
Peter issues a comprehensive challenge to the elders when he charges “So I exhort the elders among you,…shepherd the flock of God that is among you.” (1 Peter 5:2) The weightiness of this responsibility remains for all who strive to obey God’s Word, lead His mission and faithfully shepherd the local church. Many address...