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He Must Manage His Own Household Well

Church leadership requires a man of experience. Where does one obtain such experience? According to 1 Timothy 3:4-5 and Titus 1:6-7, that experience comes from leading a home. Sometimes the details about the household qualifications for elders become the source of debate and confusion. But there is a reason God gave the church these qualifications. While not attempting to answer every viable question, this lesson focuses on the text of 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1 to see what these qualifications mean and to help paint a picture of a man who manages his household well. When the church sees such a man, he is likely a man capable of leading the church!

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The Husband of One Wife

First Timothy 3 and Titus 1 both mandate that an elder must be a man who is “the husband of one wife.”  But what exactly does that mean?  Over the years, there have been many interpretations.  This lesson reviews some basic reminders regarding the qualifications, looks at the Biblical text, and considers the various interpretations and each view’s strengths and weaknesses.

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Above Reproach: An Introduction & Overview of Eldership Qualifications

The Bible calls an elder’s work a “noble work.”  Such noble work calls for noble men.  But how can we determine which men fit the bill?  Thankfully, Scripture provides us a picture of what such men look like.  The lists found in First Timothy 3 and Titus 1 reveal the qualities that should be clear and present in an elder’s life.  But how do we approach and handle these lists? This sermon provides an introduction to the subject of leadership qualifications, discusses how we might approach these lists, and reviews the first quality–“above reproach.”

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Understand This

Some passages in the Bible may be difficult to understand, but some passages are straightforward and easy to understand.  James 1:19-21 is one such passage.  In fact, James explicitly states he expects his readers to understand the commands he shares.  This sermon covers these brief verses and their important commands such as:

    • Be quick to listen
    • Be slow to speak
    • Be slow to anger
    • Rid yourself of moral filth
    • Humbly receive the implanted Word

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Eternal Life

In a follow up to the sermon on “Everlasting Punishment,” Nate Bibens provides a lesson on the other side of eternity – the blessed home of the righteous known as Heaven.  We hope this lesson encourages and motivates you in your Christian walk!

Eternal Life

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Everlasting Punishment

In this lesson, Nate Bibens discusses what the Bible says concerning the eternal fate of the lost – a condition Jesus describes as “everlasting punishment.”

Everlasting Punishment

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Is God Close?

All Christians will face times when they feel alone. In some cases this can lead to despair, and in others it can lead to sin. In this lesson, David Brown draws on the example of Joseph and many other Bible passages to remind Christians we are never alone, for God is always close to us!

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Why, God?

Does spiritual frustration ever leave you wanting to ask God, “Why?” If so, you’re not alone. And while we must be careful in such situations, those very circumstances might lead to a stronger faith. In this lesson, James Smith demonstrates this truth with a study on the book of Habakkuk!
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