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NASB | 1 Timothy 5:20 Those who continue in sin, rebuke in the presence of all, so that the rest also will be fearful of sinning. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | 1 Timothy 5:20 As for those [elders] who continue in sin, reprimand them in the presence of all [the congregation], so that the rest will be warned. |
Bible Question:
First, let me give some back about me I have been raised in the Church of Christ, so with that I come with a heavy heart and seek advice of where to find answers on the "authority of elders" in the church. I have read I Timothy and I Peter and other various versus trying to understand this matter. The church I currently attend has elders that are "lording" over the congregation. They have been caught in lies, and other behavior that is unscpritural. The congregation is facing a split and is being torn apart. We have asked them to step down as elders to save from having a split they openly refuse. They beleive they have not done anything wrong. This so heart breaking. Any help or advice on materials that I could read would be greatly appreicated. lilbits |
Bible Answer: This can be a very trying situation for both sides, and both sides need to examine themselves and be sure they are acting out of pure hearts and love for one another. Have you followed the procedure outlined in Matt 18 by initially addressing them individually? Have you listened to and understand their position, and how do they support it Biblicly? Are there two or three witnesses of their sin as required in 1 Tim. 5:19? If they confess and ask forgiveness, are you willing to do so? Finally, my definition of a church is the assembled group of believers which means they are disciples or followers of Christ. Throughout the New Testament we are warned of false prophets. As you study the Bible, do you see the people in your church following its teachings or not? You may need to find a church where that is the case. |
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