The position of an elder (or bishop/overseer) in the church is described as "a good work", but it also carries immense spiritual responsibility. What exactly does the Bible require of those who lead God’s church?
In this Bible study, we dive into the New Testament passages of 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5 to answer the question: Who does Jesus want to be an elder? We deal with the first qualifications in this lesson, with the rest to follow in other lessons.