We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Wednesday, August 5, 2020

Elders Must Be Spiritually Fit


Much of the weakness and waywardness of our churches today is due directly to our failure to require that church shepherds meet God’s standards for office. If we want our local churches to be spiritually fit, then we must require our shepherds to be spiritually fit.

Alexander Strauch, Biblical Eldership, pg.71
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2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Glenn,

Another good point!

Glad you are still posting, even if it's not as much as previously. Hope you and Jill are well. :)

-Carolyn

August 7, 2020 at 11:47 AM
Glenn E. Chatfield said...

I have a couple things I need to post but I've been too busy with so many other things, including an 8-hr day for a funeral 118 miles away and a 13-hr day trip of 590 miles for our 44th anniversary on the 1st. I had another funeral only 35 minutes away, a graduation party, doctor visits and, well you name it. Today I spent an hour with a roofer as we worked out things.

Who said retirement was for relaxing!

August 7, 2020 at 12:04 PM

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