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Sermon
INTRODUCTION
Officers in the
Family of God
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There’s no weird like family weird
A prime qualification for being a Deacon and Elder relates to being a family
manager
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The reason is that if he can’t manage his own household, how can he manage the church or household of God?
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Officers who lead with a Christ-centered, gospel driven heart will be able to minister effectively to the family of God.
Members who are living out of the gospel will be easier to lead
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A MINISTRY OF EXAMPLE
Be the lead followers of Jesus
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Men worthy of respect
Sincere
Not indulging in much wine
Not pursuing dishonest gain
Must keep hold of the deep truths of the faith with a clear conscience
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Must first be tested
Women worthy of respect
Not malicious talkers
Temperate
Trustworthy in everything
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Additional requirements for married male deacons
A one-woman man
Manages his children and household well
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THE CHURCH AND FAMILY SHARE QUALITIES THAT IF ONE MANAGES HIS FAMILY
WELL HE IS ALSO QUALIFIED TO MANAGE THE
CHURCH
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THIS IS SERIOUS BUSINESS –
There is grave danger to the church if a man doesn’t lead his own family, but is asked to lead the church.
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Are parents responsible for their kids’ behavior?
Children are responsible before God to honor, and obey and respect and be submissive to their parents. And parents -- especially fathers -- are responsible to have honoring, obedient, respectful and submissive children.
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THE GOSPEL MUST BE OPERATIVE
Jesus is the perfect example of a servant leader
(deacon) and of a caring shepherd (elders).
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