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NASB | Titus 1:5 ¶ For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Titus 1:5 ¶ For this reason I left you behind in Crete, so that you would set right what remains unfinished, and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, |
Bible Question: What are the qualification for an elder |
Bible Answer: Jr Deacon Theo: Welcome to the Forum! Please take a minuet or so and tell us something about yourself in the Update User Info located on the top of the RESOURCES to the left. That helps us in answering, and we can know a little about you. In answer to your question. 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Is a basic scriptual reference. May I ask why do call yourself Jr Deacon? If your under training to see if you should be a Deacon then you are a Jr.? I have a problem with titles, too often the titles given, are like ladder rungs, that we gain more titles for every rung we move up. For an example, first Sunday School teacher, to Youth leader, to Missioms Director, to Trustee, to Deacon, to Elder, to Pastor, to Area Minister, and then to the headquarters of the denomation. I think you get the picture, at least I hope so. Perhaps a better example is taken from those who served under Our Lord Jesus Christ. Please note The emphasis is on the word "SERVED" here. Paul, Peter, and Janes all said "a bond-servant of Jesus Christ". To be a bond-servant implys clearly this is a fully dedicated person. I would add one who was old enough to be totally aware of the QUALITIES of a fruitful Christian life. Each of these men died a miserable death for serving the Lord Jesus Christ. In order to do that, the were totally sold out to Christ Jesus. They were CALLED by the Lord to serve Him, by serving people and suffering because of their service. Their position of service, had the title SERVANT, bond-servant! No where is it recorded they were called Rabbi, or any elevated self titled position. I would caution you to be sure of your calling, examine your spiritual walk, talk, how many have you introduced to Christ, and the time you spend in prayer and studing the Word. These are indicators that no one else can honestly answer, except you. Maturity in your faith is a must, and that is whay there is a time of testing, so others might have a glimpse of these qualities in your Christian walk. If you lack these them, I can say you are not ready. To be truthful with you there are many with the title of The Rev. Dr., Rev., Pastor, Elder, Deacon, trustee, or whatever, that spiritually have no business serving as there walk dosen't match their talk. Perhaps many will disagree with me but I think no one under 32 years old should be a Elder. I am a little odd about this, but by this age a person is settled and their have pretty well proven their walk. My advice is drop the "Jr Deacon", and become a bond-servant of Jesus Christ. If the Lord has Called you to serve (orginal Deacons served food on the poor peoples table) begin serving. If anyone notices and then asks you to serve as a Deacon reconsider what you feel the WORD says. If you have these qualities, not qualifications, then do as the Lord has called. The Lord says to serve and let others elevate you, as they observe your humility, and Love for others because Jesus is working through you. I hope this is helpful. justme |