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NASB | Acts 20:17 ¶ From Miletus he sent to Ephesus and called to him the elders of the church. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Acts 20:17 ¶ However, from Miletus he sent word to Ephesus and summoned the elders of the church [to meet him there]. |
Bible Question:
I was somewhat vague in my opening question. Let me clarify. I understand that the elders sometimes have "congregational meetings" where they specifically invite the congregation in order to present an issue and discuss it, e.g. hiring new pastor or purchasing new building. I also understand that elders regularly must address sensitive, private problems, e.g. marriage problems of a member, or staff salaries. My concern is that my elder board has regular monthly meetings in which no part of the meeting is open for church members to observe. I asked if they would open a portion of the regular elder meetings, and the answer they gave was, "No." This policy seems unwise to me. It gives the impression of "secretiveness". I am asking, "Should I challenge them on this issue and how from a Biblical perspective?" |
Bible Answer: I think the consitution, by-laws or something in writing dicates the process of the elder meetings. Also, the selection of the elders and the rules they must follow. They should cite Scripture for this. If you ask why you cannot attend - I think the answer would be part of the meeting is senistive and if they need to go back to that matter, while the public is there ... there could be problems. I doubt you can find Scripture to challege them. I attend an elder rule church. While I could have more input at the time they make a decision, I am satisfied that I can challenge a decision they made. |
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