As we conclude our series on community, we see that the church is led by elders who exercise oversight over the flock. While the idea of having an overseer in my walk with God feels strange and even offensive to most Americans, here we see why it is so necessary.

Resources:

Titus 1:4-9

Biblical Eldership: An Urgent Call to Restore Biblical Church Leadership, Alexander Strauch

Jesus, Justice, and Gender Roles: A Case for Gender Roles in MinistryKathy Keller

“The Church as Family: Why Male Leadership in the Family Requires Male Leadership in the Church As Well” – Vern Poythress