sermon introduction officers in the family of god
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Sermon
INTRODUCTION
Officers in the
Family of God
There’s no weird like family weird
A prime qualification for being a Deacon and Elder relates to being a family
manager
The reason is that if he can’t manage his own household, how can he manage the church or household of God?
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
A MINISTRY OF EXAMPLE
Be the lead followers of Jesus
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
Must first be tested
Women worthy of respect
Not malicious talkers
Temperate
Trustworthy in everything
Additional requirements for married male deacons
A one-woman man
Manages his children and household well
THE CHURCH AND FAMILY SHARE QUALITIES THAT IF ONE MANAGES HIS FAMILY
WELL HE IS ALSO QUALIFIED TO MANAGE THE
CHURCH
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.
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.
THE GOSPEL MUST BE OPERATIVE
Jesus is the perfect example of a servant leader
(deacon) and of a caring shepherd (elders).