Why Elders: A Biblical and Practical Guide for Church Members - Softcover

Merkle Benjamin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0825433517 ISBN 13: 9780825433511

Publisher: Kregel Publications, 2009

Synopsis

Most works on elders are written for the pastor or church leader, but this volume speaks directly to the church member. Benjamin L. Merkle grounds this study about church elders in the Word of God as he clearly and succinctly informs laypeople of the scriptural qualifications and responsibilities of elders and deacons. Then he implores lay men and women to vote wisely concerning church leadership. Why Elders] assumes the voice of the curious church member who reads the Bible with an eye focused on the early church's organizational structure and asks, "Why did they do it the way they did]" and "How can we follow Scripture's prescription for leadership."

About this title

About the Author

Benjamin L. Merkle (PhD, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is Professor of New Testament Greek at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the editor of the 40 Questions series and the author of 40 Questions about Elders and Deacons.

From the Back Cover

Most works on elders are written for the pastor or church leader, but this volume speaks directly to the church member. Benjamin L. Merkle grounds this study about church elders in the Word of God as he clearly and succinctly informs laypeople of the scriptural qualifications and responsibilities of elders and deacons. Then he implores lay men and women to vote wisely concerning church leadership. Why Elders] assumes the voice of the curious church member who reads the Bible with an eye focused on the early church's organizational structure and asks, "Why did they do it the way they did]" and "How can we follow Scripture's prescription for leadership]"

Features and Benefits
- Written at an accessible level for church members
- Captures interest in circles where churches do not have elders
- Encourages church members to dialogue with church leadership

Edition details

• Publisher: Kregel Publications
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0825433517
• ISBN 13: 9780825433511
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112